2025 All Systems Go: A Teaching and Learning Conference: Full Schedule

9:00am CDT

Sizing Up the Effect of Discovery Education's SOS Strategies

Tuesday June 24, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

Spotlight on Strategies (SOS) are research-based strategies for integrating Discovery Education digital curriculum resources in meaningful, effective, and practical ways. How can educators choose the most effective of the more than 100 strategies? In this session, participants will discover and experience which strategies have the largest impact based on John Hattie’s effect sizes on student achievement.

Speakers

Andy Simpson

Digital Resources Consultant, ESC Region 11

Tuesday June 24, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Engage D

Digital Learning

10:00am CDT

Unlocking the Power of Canva

Tuesday June 24, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Engage D

Master Canva for Education in this interactive session! Learn how to enhance your resource creation using Canva by designing engaging visual content and educational materials that captivate your students. We will explore best practices and educational templates while showcasing the innovative features of Canva's AI. Leverage the power of Canva’s tools and AI capabilities to transform your teaching resources and elevate your creativity to the next level!

Speakers

Brent Mischnick

Digital Learning Specialist, ESC Region 11

Brent Mischnick is a Digital Learning Specialist at ESC Region 11 in White Settlement, Texas. He is a passionate sports fan, supporting the Chicago Cubs, Bears, Bulls, and the Florida Gators. Brent holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a major in Sport Management... Read More →

Tuesday June 24, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Engage D

Digital Learning

global Y

11:00am CDT

Responsive Phonics Instruction for All Learners

Tuesday June 24, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Engage D

Participants will learn effective strategies and practical techniques for implementing responsive phonics instruction that scaffolds and enriches grade-level content, ensuring access and value for all learners.

Speakers

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 →

Tuesday June 24, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Engage D

Literacy

1:15pm CDT

Maximizing TCMPC Texas Curriculum Resources (TCR) with Bluebonnet Learning

Tuesday June 24, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT

Engage D

Unlock the power of Bluebonnet Learning in conjunction with the TCMPC Texas Curriculum Resources (TCR) to create engaging, flexible, and aligned learning experiences. This session will explore strategies for leveraging TCR tools for curriculum planning while incorporating Bluebonnet to enhance differentiation, collaboration, and student engagement. Leave with practical resources and strategies to seamlessly blend Bluebonnet and TCR for a more dynamic and effective instructional approach.

Speakers

Erica Hungerford

TCMPC Specialist, Region 11

Erica Hungerford, Ed.D. is a dedicated education professional with 19 years of experience in the field. She currently serves as the TCMPC Specialist for Region 11, where she supports educators in implementing high-quality curriculum and instructional resources. With a passion for... Read More →

Tuesday June 24, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT
Engage D

Bluebonnet Curriculum

global Y

2:15pm CDT

Socratic Showdown: Gamifying Discussions to Differentiate and Deepen Thinking in Math

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT

Engage D

In this session, participants will explore a gamified approach to Socratic Seminars that enhances student engagement, collaboration, and critical thinking. Educators will learn how to implement this structured discussion game to differentiate instruction and encourage deeper reasoning in math.

During Socratic Showdowns, students earn points for critical thinking moves such as citing evidence, asking clarifying questions, multiple representations, and making connections. By combining the principles of the Socratic method with the excitement of competition, this protocol can foster deeper analysis, active participation, and differentiated learning experiences for all learners. The session will provide hands-on experience, including role-playing as students and ideas for designing your own Socratic Showdown experience.

Speakers

Mary Manley

Instructional Pedagogy Specialist, ESC Region 11

I’m an Instructional Pedagogy Specialist with 28 years of experience in education, including roles as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and coaching specialist. I work alongside districts and school teams to support teachers through job-embedded coaching, professional learning... Read More →

Tuesday June 24, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
Engage D

Math

9:00am CDT

Unlocking the Power of Canva

Wednesday June 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT

Engage D

Master Canva for Education in this interactive session! Learn to create engaging visual content and educational materials that captivate your students. We will cover best practices, template customization, and practical applications for the classroom. Transform your teaching resources using Canva's powerful tools.

Speakers

Brent Mischnick

Digital Learning Specialist, ESC Region 11

Wednesday June 25, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Engage D

Digital Learning

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

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

11:00am CDT

Advanced Word Study for Secondary Students

Wednesday June 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Engage D

Speakers

Dr. Thea Woodruff

Program Coordinator, Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk

Wednesday June 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Engage D

Literacy

1:15pm CDT

Driving Decisions with Data: Effective Progress Monitoring in MTSS

Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT

Engage D

In a successful Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), progress monitoring is not just a compliance task—it’s a strategic tool for improving student outcomes. This session explores how to implement meaningful progress monitoring practices that inform instruction, guide interventions, and ensure equitable support for all students. Participants will examine the essential components of progress monitoring at all tiers, learn how to select appropriate tools and measures, and interpret data to make timely instructional decisions. Real-world examples and practical tools will be shared to help educators build systems that are efficient, sustainable, and student-centered.

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, interventionist, or school leader, this session will strengthen your ability to turn data into action within a responsive and effective MTSS framework.

Speakers

Dr. Thea Woodruff

Program Coordinator, Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk

Wednesday June 25, 2025 1:15pm - 2:05pm CDT
Engage D

2:15pm CDT

Driving Decisions with Data: Effective Progress Monitoring in MTSS

Wednesday June 25, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT

Engage D

Speakers

Dr. Thea Woodruff

Program Coordinator, Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk

Wednesday June 25, 2025 2:15pm - 3:05pm CDT
Engage D

10:00am CDT

Setting Up Your Classroom for Success for Your Students

Thursday June 26, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Engage D

The environement you create in your classroom can cause your class to thrive or struggle. Let's dive into planning your day(procedures, routines, students' needs), your classroom environement (visuals, furntiure, data), and how to prepare for an amazing school year. We a will also discuss the what-ifs that we face everyday and how to adjust on the fly.

Speakers

Tiffany Roberts

Behavior Specialist, Forney ISD

Tiffany Roberts has seventeen years of experience in the educational field and fifteen of those years have been in Special Education. She earned her Masters in Special Education with a focus in Challenging Behaviors in 2020. Tiffany enjoys sharing her passion for working with students... Read More →

Patricia Bogle

Autism/Behavior Specialist, Forney ISD

Patricia is currently working as an Autism/Behavior Specialist for the Forney Independent School District. Overall, she has 19 years of experience supporting students receiving special education services. Patricia has worked with all ages from ECSE to high school. Most of her... Read More →

Thursday June 26, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Engage D

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global Y

1:30pm CDT

Brain-Based Teaching: Considerations of the Whole Child

Thursday June 26, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT

Engage D

Emotions and collaborative social interactions significantly impact learning and motivation. This session examines how positive emotions, relationships, and a sense of belonging enhance student engagement and cognitive development. Educators will explore strategies for fostering a supportive learning environment, using social interaction within collaboration to reinforce learning, and leveraging motivation to increase student perseverance and confidence.

Speakers

Kerry Fergason

Instructional Content Specialist - Digital Learning, Educational Service Center Region 11

Kerry Fergason is excited to be a part of the ESC Region 11 family as an instructional content specialist for the digital learning team. She brings 20+ years of educational experience as a digital learning coach and former secondary science teacher. This Texas native has dedicated... Read More →

Thursday June 26, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT
Engage D

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2:30pm CDT

Brain-Based Teaching – Attention and Focus

Thursday June 26, 2025 2:30pm - 3:20pm CDT

Engage D

Attention is the gateway to learning, but capturing and sustaining student focus in today’s classrooms can be a challenge. This session explores neuroscience-backed strategies to enhance student attention, minimize distractions, and create engaging learning experiences. Educators will learn how novelty, movement, sensory regulation, and structured routines help direct student focus and optimize learning.

Speakers

Kerry Fergason

Instructional Content Specialist - Digital Learning, Educational Service Center Region 11

Thursday June 26, 2025 2:30pm - 3:20pm CDT
Engage D

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