Denton ISD Summer Seminar 2024

This online book study opens on June 3 and closes July 18 in Canvas. You will be required to post in Canvas analyzing items within the book and post how you will use the book within your scope of work during the Fall 2024. This course can count as a 6-hour GT Update or 6 hours of GT curriculum. The district supplies the book, and you will be contacted to pick up the book prior to school ending. One book study course per teacher.

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Emotional Overexcitabilities - Online GT Course

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Gifted Girls - Online GT Course

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Intellectual Overexcitabilities - Online GT Course

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Mathematically Gifted - Online GT Course

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Thinking Like a Lawyer - GT Book Study

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Twice Exceptional Students - Online GT Course

Speakers

Grace Anne McKay

Secondary Math Coordinator, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

8:00am CDT

Secondary ELA A Teacher's Guide to MentorTexts Book Study

The online book study is designed for Secondary ELA and EXPO teachers. It will be open from June 3 to August 6 in Canvas. In order to receive 3 hours of credit, you will reflect on your reading and consider how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year. The district provides the book. High school teachers already have this book and will use their copies. Middle school teachers will be contacted to pick up your book before the end of the school year. All participants will be enrolled into the Canvas course. (150 participant limit)

Speakers

Tara Clough

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Natalie Nash

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

8:00am CDT

Secondary ELA AP Language and Literature Teaching Reading in the Writing Classroom Book Study

The online book study is designed for Secondary ELA AP Language and Literature teachers. It will be open from June 3 to August 6 in Canvas. In order to receive 3 hours of credit, you will reflect on your reading and consider how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year. The district provides the book. Participants will be enrolled into the Canvas course. (16 participant limit)

Speakers

Tara Clough

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Natalie Nash

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

8:00am CDT

Secondary ELA Reading Interventionists Teaching Reading Across the Day Book Study

The online book study is designed for Secondary Reading Interventionists. It will be open from June 3 to August 6 in Canvas. In order to receive 3 hours of credit, you will reflect on your reading and consider how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year. The district provides the book. Participants will be enrolled into the Canvas course. (14 participant limit)

Speakers

Tara Clough

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Natalie Nash

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

8:00am CDT

Secondary ELA Unlocking the Power of Classroom Talk Book Study

The online book study is designed for Secondary ELA and EXPO teachers. It will be open from June 3 to August 6 in Canvas. In order to receive 3 hours of credit, you will reflect on your reading and consider how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year. The district provides the book. Middle school teachers already have this book and will use their copies. High school teachers will be contacted to pick up your book before the end of the school year. All participants will be enrolled into the Canvas course. (150 participant limit)

Speakers

Tara Clough

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Natalie Nash

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

8:00am CDT

Secondary Math Building Thinking Classroom Book Study

The online book study will open on June 3 and close August 6 in Canvas. You will be required to post in Canvas analyzing items within the book and how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year to receive full credit. The course counts as a GT Update or 6 hours in GT curriculum. You will be contacted to pick up your book before the end of the school year and enrolled in the Canvas course. The district provides the book. (25 participant limit)

Speakers

Gina Anderson

Secondary Instructional Coach, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

Instructional Practices, Math, GT

8:00am CDT

Seondary Teachers Small Moves Big Gains Book Study

The online book study will open on June 3 and close August 6 in Canvas. You will be required to post in Canvas on reflection questions and how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year to receive 3 hours of credit. You will be contacted to pick up your book before the end of the school year and enrolled into the Canvas course. The district provides the book. (100 participant limit)

Speakers

Gina Anderson

Secondary Instructional Coach, Denton ISD

Kim Fritch

Secondary Social Studies Coordinator, Denton ISD

Brianna Morris

Natalie Nash

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

8:00am CDT

World Languages Common Ground: Second Language Acquisition Theory Goes to the Classroom Book Study

Instructional Practices, World Languages

The online book study is designed for Secondary World Languages teachers. It will be open from June 3 to August 6 in Canvas. In order to receive 3 hours of credit, you will reflect on your reading and consider how you will use the learning from the book within your classroom during the 2024-2025 school year. The district provides the book. Participants will be enrolled into the Canvas course. (50 participant limit)

Speakers

Natalie Nash

Secondary ELA PD Specialist, Denton ISD

Monday June 3, 2024 8:00am - Tuesday August 6, 2024 5:00pm CDT
Online Canvas

8:30am CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Less is More: Prompting, Blocking, and Restraint

Transforming challenging behaviors into teachable moments: Join us for an enlightening seminar where we explore less restrictive approaches to managing behavior escalations, navigating daily transitions, and encouraging independent engagement in new skills. Participants will discover how to minimize reliance on physical interventions by embracing less intrusive techniques. Participants will also learn to discern the most effective strategy for each situation, ensuring a supportive and empowering environment for both educators and students alike.

Speakers

Allie Sanders

Audrey Newkirk

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Discipline Issues and Removals from the Campus

Climate & Culture, Special Education

This teacher training session will provide educators with comprehensive insights into handling discipline issues and navigating the removal process of Special Education students from campus through the Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) procedure.

Speakers

Attorney from Walsh Gallegos Attorney Practice

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 10:30am CDT
Auditorium Denton High School

8:30am CDT

3rd Grade Benchmark Phonics

Come learn more about how to effectively implement the 3rd Grade Benchmark Phonics in your classroom. There will be time to ask questions and see all what this resource provides. Please bring your copy of Phonics Workshop and Work Study Volume 1.

Speakers

Sharon Page with Benchmark Phonics

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Commons Denton High School

Curriculum-TEKS-Standards, ELA/Reading

8:30am CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades 3-5

Explore how 3-Dimensional learning will guide your implementation of the new Science TEKS. This session offers an overview of our newly adopted curriculum resource, a hands-on exploration of phenomena, and the opportunity to dive in to the grade-level specific UbDs for the 1st 9 weeks of instruction.

Speakers

Denton ISD Elementary Instructional Coaches

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

8:30am CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades 3-5 Dual Language

Dual Language Science teachers explore how 3-Dimensional learning will guide your implementation of the new Science TEKS. This session offers an overview of our newly adopted curriculum resource, a hands-on exploration of phenomena, and the opportunity to dive in to the grade-level specific UbDs for the 1st 9 weeks of instruction

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

8:30am CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades K-2

Speakers

Denton ISD Elementary Instructional Coaches

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

8:30am CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades K-2 Dual Language

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Bilingual/ESL

8:30am CDT

Linguistically Accommodating for Emergent Bilingual Students Level 1- Secondary

Level 1: Required for all Secondary ESL program teachers and recommended for others. Participants will use the foundations of second language acquisition theory to explore language supports that can be used to decrease the language barrier emergent bilingual students experience when learning while building their academic English proficiency.

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Room B120 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Teach4Understanding (by pre-arrangement/invitation only)

Teach4Understanding is a full day of professional learning dedicated to the Understanding by Design curriculum writing and design process. This learning experience is a required course for all curriculum writers, and is a recommended course for all secondary teachers. Attendance is by pre-arrangement only; please contact your content area coordinator for more information.

Speakers

Secondary Curriculum Team

Monday June 3, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
Pecans A and B PDC 1212 Bolivar Street

9:00am CDT

Empowering District Leaders Through AI and Digital Learning

Leadership Strand, All Content Areas

We’ll explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. As district leaders, you play a crucial role in shaping the future of learning. Join us as we delve into practical strategies for leveraging AI to enhance teaching, streamline administrative processes, and create more efficient campuses. From personalized learning pathways to data-driven decision-making, we’ll discuss how AI can empower educators and improve student outcomes.

Speakers

Karsyn DeMando

Monday June 3, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Room A103 Denton High School

9:00am CDT

Classrooom Procedures and Promoting Feelings of Safety

This session focuses on establishing a structured learning environment that prioritizes students' emotional well-being. Participants will explore effective classroom procedures that streamline activities, enhance organization, and minimize disruptions. Additionally, the session will delve into strategies for creating a safe and supportive classroom climate where students feel valued, respected, and emotionally secure.

Speakers

Emma Weatherford

District Behavior Coach, Denton ISD

Jen Jones

Sasha Ingram

Monday June 3, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Room B110 Denton High School

9:00am CDT

Elementary Art: Back to Square One

This course is for Elementary Art Teachers to create a road map for their year. We will be looking at the big picture and the small details. We will cover everything from classroom setup to what you are teaching the first few weeks of school.

Speakers

Jamie McCormick

Stacy Bzdok

Shalya Kovarik

Monday June 3, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

9:30am CDT

Neurodiveristy 101

This session provides an introductory exploration into understanding and supporting neurodiverse students in educational settings. Participants will gain insights into the concept of neurodiversity, which recognizes and values neurological differences as a natural variation of human cognition.

Speakers

Rachel Grim

Autism Specialist, Denton ISD

Kim Wehby

Molly Mason

Monday June 3, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Room B111 Denton High School

10:30am CDT

Elementary Art: In it to Win it- Game-ify Your Lesson Planning

The elementary art teachers will collaborate in writing strong lesson plans to start the school year. We will be writing new art lesson plans in innovative ways. Let’s plan our first nine weeks in a creative way!

Speakers

Jamie McCormick

Stacy Bzdok

Shalya Kovarik

Monday June 3, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

11:00am CDT

Self Care for Educators

This session is designed to provide educators with valuable insights and strategies to prioritize their well-being and practice self-care effectively. By the end of the session, participants will have a deeper understanding of self-care principles and practical tools to integrate self-care practices into their daily lives, fostering resilience, fulfillment, and overall wellness in their roles as educators.

Speakers

Molly Mason

Monday June 3, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Room B118 Denton High School

12:00pm CDT

Elementary Music: Back to Square One

This course is for Elementary Music Teachers to create a road map for their year. We will be looking at the big picture and the small details. We will cover everything from classroom setup to what you are teaching the first few weeks of school.

Speakers

Jennifer Archulteta

Monday June 3, 2024 12:00pm - 1:30pm CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades 3-5

Speakers

Denton ISD Elementary Instructional Coaches

Monday June 3, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades 3-5 Dual Language

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Monday June 3, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades K-2

Speakers

Denton ISD Elementary Instructional Coaches

Monday June 3, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

New Science TEKS Overview: Grades K-2 Dual Language

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Monday June 3, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

Linguistically Accommodating for Emergent Bilingual Students Level 1- Secondary

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Bilingual/ESL

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Monday June 3, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B120 Denton High School

1:00pm CDT

What the Forty-Five? Tips, tricks and Quick Fixes: Supporting Behavior in the 45-Day Evaluation Period

This session is designed to provide practical strategies and solutions for effectively managing challenging behaviors in students during the initial evaluation phase. By the end of the session, participants will have a toolkit of tips, tricks, and quick fixes to support students' behavior during the 45-day evaluation period, promoting a positive learning environment and setting the stage for long-term behavior improvement and support.

Speakers

Jamie Webster

Eilisabeth Fahlmann

Ruth Dubner

Carissa Mixon

Monday June 3, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room A103 Denton High School

1:00pm CDT

Discipline Issues and Removals from the Campus

Climate & Culture, Special Education

Speakers

Attorney from Walsh Gallegos Attorney Practice

Monday June 3, 2024 1:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Auditorium Denton High School

1:30pm CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Monday June 3, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

1:30pm CDT

Elementary Music: Behavior Strategies through Engaging Lessons

The elementary music teaches will discuss engaging instructional periods. We will discuss behavior strategies and approaches for engaging all students in making music each class with tips and tricks for a successful class time.

Speakers

Juan Cardona

Valeria Guilno

Monday June 3, 2024 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

2:00pm CDT

Get to Know Gestalt Language Learners

This session focuses on deepening teachers' understanding and application of Gestalt principles in language learning contexts with students who use scripted and/or echolalic speech. Participants will explore how Gestalt theory can enhance language instruction by emphasizing holistic comprehension, context, and cognitive processes. Through practical examples and interactive activities, teachers will gain insights into designing immersive and meaningful learning experiences that align with Gestalt principles, ultimately improving language acquisition and retention for diverse learners.

Speakers

Laura Lewis ESC 11

Angie Maupin

Monday June 3, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

2:30pm CDT

How to Write Replacement Behavior Goals

This session offers participants a comprehensive guide to developing effective behavior goals that promote positive alternatives to challenging behaviors. Participants will learn key strategies for identifying target behaviors, selecting appropriate replacement behaviors, and crafting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.

Speakers

Darcy Cardwell

Rachel Sloane

Monday June 3, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B118 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Beating Burnout: Self Care for Teachers

This session offers educators practical strategies and tools to prioritize their well-being and combat burnout. Participants will explore the importance of self-care in maintaining mental, emotional, and physical health amidst the demands of teaching. Through interactive workshops and discussions, teachers will learn self-care techniques, stress management strategies, and ways to create a healthy work-life balance, ultimately fostering resilience and enhancing job satisfaction.

Speakers

Darcy Cardwell

Rachel Sloane

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room A103 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

Curriculum-TEKS-Standards, ELA/Reading

8:30am CDT

Introduction to Heggerty Phonemic Awareness (Bilingual Teachers)

Come learn the different components of Heggerty and how to implement in your Pre-K classrom. There will be time to practice and ask questions as we integrate this program into our literacy practices.

Speakers

Heggerty Representative

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Introduction to Heggerty Phonemic Awareness (Monolingual Teachers)

Come learn the different components of Heggerty and how to implement in your Pre-K classrom. There will be time to practice and ask questions as we integrate this program into our literacy practices.

Speakers

Heggerty Representative

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

Curriculum-TEKS-Standards, ELA/Reading

8:30am CDT

Dyslexia Therapy: A Dyslexia Lesson in Action

Instructional Practices, ELA/Reading, Special Education

What is dyslexia? What is dyslexia therapy? How can I support dyslexia students in a General Education classroom? Come experience a dyslexia therapy lesson and get a better understanding of how to support those students.

Speakers

Cody Causey

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Room A113 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Teaching Science with Phenomena

Instructional Practices, Secondary Science

Secondary Science Teachers will explore ways to integrate phenomena in science experiences to engage students, anchor their learning, and make connections with what scientists do, how scientists think, and what scientists know.

Speakers

Leslie Terronez

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Room B110 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Math Institute- Day 1- By invitation only

This three day professional learning is designed to support you in creating and maintaining a classroom culture that is centered on student success with mathematics. You will also learn how to support students in developing their flexibility and fluency with numbers.

Speakers

Susie Katt

Tuesday June 4, 2024 8:30am - 2:30pm CDT
Commons Denton High School

Instructional Practices, Math

9:00am CDT

Building Assessments in Edugence

At the end of the 23-24 school year, Edugence will replace Eduphoria as our assessment and professional learning platform in Denton ISD. This training session is designed to equip teachers to build district, campus, or teacher assessments in Edugence.

Speakers

Megan Elizondo

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

9:00am CDT

Classroom Discipline in the CTE Lab Setting

In this session, we will discuss effective classroom discipline in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) lab environment. Tailored specifically for CTE educators, this seminar focuses on best practices for maintaining order and safety while fostering a dynamic learning environment. From establishing clear expectations and routines to implementing proactive strategies for addressing behavioral challenges, participants will gain practical tools and techniques to navigate the complexities of disciplinary issues in the lab.

Speakers

Joseph Woolison

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Room A110 Denton High School

Classroom Management, CTE

9:00am CDT

CTE Administrator Adventure

Are you ready to embark on an epic journey through the exciting and ever-changing world of Career and Technical Education (CTE)? Join us for a thrilling ride where we'll uncover the mysteries of Programs of Study, CCMR, CTE teacher certification, and navigate through the treacherous waters of CTE Federal Accountability. So, grab your cape and join us for an unforgettable adventure as we unlock the secrets of CTE and become true heroes!

Speakers

Carla Ruge

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Room A108 Denton High School

Curriculum-TEKS-Standards, CTE

9:00am CDT

ONE Classroom for ALL Students

Children living in challenging situations and systems are good at hiding pain. A child's system affects how they learn, behave, and feel in the classroom. Come learn how systemic issues in a child’s life can show up in the classroom, how to design a classroom to support students coming from different places and who to reach out to for support.

Speakers

Lynn Charles & Heather Quast

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Room A104 Denton High School

9:00am CDT

Building Academic Vocabulary Through a Language Rich Environment in Grades 6-12

Do your students struggle with the vocabulary critical to content mastery? Experience powerful strategies to teach, reinforce and help students retain problematic vocabulary. Eliminate the assign, define and memorize approach to vocabulary as you experience a variety of tools and techniques to put Marzano’s theories to practical application for acquisition of vocabulary

Speakers

S3Strategies

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room B102 Denton High School

9:00am CDT

High School Marching Band Director Training

Getting the most out of your summer marching band camp, financial planning for efficient use of funds over the course of the school year, and cultivating relationships and support within the booster club. (Repeats material from separate sessions on budget planning and booster clubs.)

Speakers

Eddy Russell

Tuesday June 4, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm CDT
B121 Denton High School

10:00am CDT

Building Assessments in Edugence

Speakers

Megan Elizondo

Tuesday June 4, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

10:00am CDT

CTE Teaching Basics

Embark on your journey as a Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructor with confidence by joining this class. We will focus on best practices for teaching in the modern CTE classroom. This course is tailored specifically for newer educators. Participants will gain practical insights and resources to create engaging and impactful learning environments. This seminar provides the tools and support you need to succeed in the CTE classroom.

Speakers

Will Milne

CTE Coordinator, Denton ISD

Tuesday June 4, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Room A108 Denton High School

Instructional Practices, CTE

10:00am CDT

From Brainwaves to Behavior

This session offers an exploration of the connection between brain activity and student behavior. By the end of the session, participants will have a deeper appreciation for the intricate relationship between the brain and behavior, along with insights into how this knowledge can be leveraged to support learning, cognitive development, and mental health.

Speakers

Laurel Geist

Lead Behavior Coach, Denton ISD

Kyle Sakai

Rachel Roberts

Tuesday June 4, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room B111 Denton High School

10:00am CDT

Dyslexia Therapy: A Dyslexia Lesson in Action

Instructional Practices, ELA/Reading, Special Education

Speakers

Cody Causey

Tuesday June 4, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room A113 Denton High School

10:00am CDT

Creating a High Quality Pre-K Classroom

Come learn about the essentials to create a positive and engaging learning environment for our youngest learners. We will review our district tights with a focus on Conscious Discipline and classroom environment.

Speakers

Pre-K Department

Tuesday June 4, 2024 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Lecture Hall Denton High School

10:30am CDT

Use Your Pause Button: Stop, Drop, and Regulate

Climate and Culture, All Content Areas

Adult and student regulation impacts student learning, job satisfaction, and overall school culture. As one of the district's core behavior components, educators will learn about the science behind regulation and strategies to implement with adults and students.

Speakers

Rebekah de Peo-Christner

Amy Lawrence

Darby Ahlfinger

It has been my privilege and professional growth to have served in leadership roles within Denton ISD as a school administrator and a dedicated special education supervisor for the past sixteen years. My passion lies in mentoring others to provide optimal outcomes for students with... Read More →

Tuesday June 4, 2024 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Room A104 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

High School Art Appreciation Curriculum Writing Team

Day One: The high school art appreciation- visual art curriculum writing team will work on developing the district scope & sequence, and instructional materials.

Speakers

Kelley McGee

Tuesday June 4, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

Linguistically Accommodating for Newcomer Emergent Bilingual Students (Level 2) Secondary

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Bilingual/ESL

Level 2: Must have attended Level 1 first. Required for all Secondary ESL program teachers. Newcomer student focus. Participants will use the foundations of second language acquisition theory to determine specific language supports that can decrease the language barrier that newcomer emergent bilingual students experience in the classroom while providing many opportunities to build their social and academic English proficiency.

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Tuesday June 4, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B120 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

Middle School Art CWT

Day One: The middle school visual art curriculum writing team will work on developing the district scope & sequence, and instructional materials.

Speakers

Kelley McGee

Tuesday June 4, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B119 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

Teaching Science with Phenomena

Instructional Practices, Secondary Science

Speakers

Leslie Terronez

Tuesday June 4, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B110 Denton High School

1:00pm CDT

Marketing Your CTE Program

Join us for an engaging session focused on effectively promoting Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to students and the broader community. Designed specifically for CTE teachers, this session will provide practical strategies and innovative approaches to enhance the visibility and appeal of your programs, ultimately attracting more students and fostering greater community engagement.

Speakers

Marcus Bourland

Tuesday June 4, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Room A108 Denton High School

Climate and Culture, CTE

1:00pm CDT

Dyslexia Therapy: A Dyslexia Lesson in Action

Instructional Practices, ELA/Reading, Special Education

Speakers

Cody Causey

Tuesday June 4, 2024 1:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room A113 Denton High School

1:00pm CDT

Building Academic Vocabulary Through a Language Rich Environment in Grades 6-12

Speakers

S3Strategies

Tuesday June 4, 2024 1:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B102 Denton High School

1:30pm CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Tuesday June 4, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

2:00pm CDT

Utilizing Business Partnerships in the CTE Classroom

Join us for an insightful session exploring the latest industry trends and strategies for leveraging partnerships within Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Designed for both CTE teachers and administrators, this session will delve into practical approaches for aligning curriculum with evolving industry needs, establishing meaningful partnerships with local businesses and organizations, and enhancing students' readiness for the workforce.

Speakers

Micah Tannery

Tuesday June 4, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Room A108 Denton High School

Climate and Culture, CTE

2:00pm CDT

Empowering District Leaders Through AI and Digital Learning

Leadership Strand, All Content Areas

Speakers

Karsyn DeMando

Tuesday June 4, 2024 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Room A118 Denton High School

2:30pm CDT

Becoming a Taskmaster of Task Boxes

During this session we will talk about how to use task boxes in your classroom to help manage and improve student behavior. Participants will be given examples of how to gather data for IEP goals and how to create inexpensive task boxes for a self-contained classroom. We will also address how to set up a differentiated task box system for the classroom that works for the majority of students. Participants will receive resources to add to their toolbelt.

Tuesday June 4, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Beating Burnout: Self Care for Teachers

This session supports teachers to understand goals that are targeted to replace undesirable behaviors with more appropriate and socially acceptable alternatives. In this session teachers will see how goals are tailored to the individual needs of students and aim to address problems by reinforcing new skills.

Speakers

Darcy Cardwell

Rachel Sloane

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room A103 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Making the Most of Center Time

Come and get a better understanding of how to make the most of center time for you and your students. We will explore set-up, management, small groups, and purposeful play.

Speakers

Pre-K Department

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Room A106 Denton HIgh School

8:30am CDT

Diving into Revised Science TEKS

Curriculum-TEKS-Standards, Secondary Science

Secondary Science Teachers will examine the Revised Science TEKS to deepen their understanding of 3-dimensional learning using a research-based instructional model. This session will help secondary science teachers to identify ways current investigations, activities, or lessons can be “upcycled” to be more 3-dimensional.

Speakers

Brianna Morris

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Room B110 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Math Institute- Day 2- By Invitation only

Speakers

Susie Katt

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 2:30pm CDT
Commons Denton High School

Instructional Practices, Math

8:30am CDT

ESL #154 Test Preparation

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Bilingual/ESL

This test preparation session is designed to prepare teachers to take the ESL supplemental exam. The session will also make strong connections between exam competencies and classroom instruction for emergent bilingual students.

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
Room B120 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Preparing Students for AP Success

What must we do in our classrooms to prepare our advanced students for AP success? What must students be able to do? Identify the necessary components for success and build a strong foundation to equip more students to step up to the AP challenge. Experience powerful strategies to engage students in active questioning, analysis, and the construction and communication of oral and written arguments. Maximize your instruction and student success. Workshop fulfills the annual six-hour update for GT educators. Session will focus on content in grades 6-12.

Speakers

S3 Strategies

Wednesday June 5, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
Library Denton High School

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

9:00am CDT

Fine Arts Budget Support

Strategies for effective use of available financial resources (fine arts budget, activity fund, and parent support group) to meet instructional goals of your fine arts program. Discussion will include the use of the calendar of events, known costs, instructional goals, and program priorities in planning how to most effectively use the financial resources available to your program. The Fine Arts Central Office staff will be on hand to present strategies and guidance on how to use your program’s fine arts allotment and help with understanding procedures and policies.

Speakers

Eddy Russell

Kelley McGee

Steve Bonham

Becky Taylor

Wednesday June 5, 2024 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
B121 Denton High School

Classroom Management, Fine Arts

9:00am CDT

Building Assessments in Edugence

Speakers

Megan Elizondo

Wednesday June 5, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

10:00am CDT

Fine Arts Booster Clubs: Cultivating Relationships and Support

Strategies for strengthening communication and relationships with fine arts booster clubs, how booster clubs can effectively support fine arts programs, and forming structures, procedures, and by-laws that will support a thriving booster club.

Speakers

Eddy Russell

Wednesday June 5, 2024 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

Climate & Culture, Fine Arts

10:00am CDT

Building Assessments in Edugence

Speakers

Megan Elizondo

Wednesday June 5, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

10:00am CDT

Leveling Up: How the Leveling System Gives You All You Need

Classroom Management, Special Education

: This session designed to empower special education teachers and campus administrators with practical tools for behavior management and data collection. Participants will learn to effectively implement a leveling approach that promotes positive behavior and academic growth in students with diverse needs. This session provides an overview of the Leveling System currently used in PABS as well as an understanding of strategies and resources to support teachers in creating a structured and motivating environment conducive to student success.

Speakers

Kecia Adams- Wright

Wednesday June 5, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

10:00am CDT

Finding Resources Without Breaking the Bank

Are you needing materials, supplies, snacks for your classroom? This session witll discuss different way to get hose resources without spending your money. We will learn about different organizations , as well as create accounts to get you started before the school year begins.

Speakers

Pre-K Department

Wednesday June 5, 2024 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Room A106 Denton HIgh School

10:30am CDT

Be A Super Model(er): Prompting and Reinforcement That Gets Ahead of Meltdowns

In this session, staff will explore effective strategies for using prompting and reinforcement techniques to prevent meltdowns. This session will give educators valuable insights into when and how to give timely prompts, and implementing effective reinforcement strategies, fostering a supportive and proactive learning environment from the first day of school.

Speakers

Jamie Webster

Heather Briscoe

Wednesday June 5, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

Diving into Revised Science TEKS

Curriculum-TEKS-Standards, Secondary Science

Speakers

Brianna Morris

Wednesday June 5, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B110 Denton High School

12:30pm CDT

Secondary Math Station Rotation Model

You will learn about the station rotation model by experiencing a station roation model to learn. This 3 hour session will focus on the characteristics of the station rotation model as well as the benefits to all learners. This session can count towards 3 hours of GT update.

Speakers

Conall Busby

Facilitator of Instructional Programs, Denton ISD

Wednesday June 5, 2024 12:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B118 Denton High School

Instructional Practices, Math, GT

1:30pm CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Wednesday June 5, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

2:00pm CDT

Legally Defensible IEPs Using Data to Support Students In All Areas

This session is supporting special education teachers with the skills to create Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that adhere to legal standards while maximizing student support. Participants will learn how to collect and analyze data effectively to inform decision-making, ensuring that IEP goals and accommodations are grounded in evidence-based practices and tailored to meet the diverse needs of students across academic, social, and behavioral domains.

Wednesday June 5, 2024 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

2:30pm CDT

How Soon is Too Soon: Informal Data Collection Tips and Tricks that Will Help Determining Referrals

Speakers

Crystal Hampton

Tina Levya

Judith Little

Johnnie Pettigrew

Wednesday June 5, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Room B111 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Building Language with Legos for Elementary

This session offers innovative strategies for enhancing language skills in elementary school students using Lego-based activities. Participants will explore how incorporating Legos into lessons can promote communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. Through hands-on workshops and lesson demonstrations, teachers will gain practical ideas and resources to create engaging and interactive learning experiences that support language development across various subjects and abilities.

Speakers

Lego Trainer Panda Krouse

Thursday June 6, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

X-Logs - Documenting Service and Accomodations That Are Really Defensible Under IDEA

Session for documenting services and Accommodations that are REALLY defensible under IDEA

Speakers

Jay Houser

MSB Trainer

Thursday June 6, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Room B104 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Linguistically Accommodating for Intermediate/Advanced Emergent Bilingual Students (Level 2) Secondary

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Bilingual/ESL

Speakers

Bilingual/ESL Department Staff

Thursday June 6, 2024 8:30am - 11:30am CDT
Room B120 Denton High School

8:30am CDT

Math Institute- Day 3- By invitation only

Speakers

Denton ISD Elementary Instructional Coaches

Thursday June 6, 2024 8:30am - 2:30pm CDT
Commons Denton High School

Instructional Practices, Math

8:30am CDT

Equipping Educators of Gifted and Talented Students

Gather tools, techniques and tips to support instruction and help create a culture to support our gifted and talented learners. Explore a variety of strategies from easily implemented to individualized studies designed to differentiate and deepen instruction. Workshop fulfills the annual six-hour update for GT educators. Session will focus on content in grades K-8.

Speakers

S3 Strategies

Thursday June 6, 2024 8:30am - 3:30pm CDT
Library Denton High School

Instructional Practices, All Content Areas, Advanced Academics, GT/EXPO

9:00am CDT

High School Art Appreciation Curriculum Writing Team

Day Two: The high school art appreciation- visual art curriculum writing team will develop implementation plans and August PD for sharing developed instrutional materials.

Speakers

Kelley McGee

Thursday June 6, 2024 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Room B121 Denton High School

9:00am CDT

Middle School Art CWT

Day Two: The middle school visual arts curriculum writing team will develop implementation plans and August PD for sharing developed instrutional materials.

Speakers

Kelley McGee

Thursday June 6, 2024 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Room B119 Denton High School

Intructional Practices, Fine Arts

9:30am CDT

Building Language with Legos for Middle School

This session offers innovative strategies for enhancing language skills in middle school students using Lego-based activities. Participants will explore how incorporating Legos into lessons can promote communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. Through hands-on workshops and lesson demonstrations, teachers will gain practical ideas and resources to create engaging and interactive learning experiences that support language development across various subjects and abilities.

Speakers

Lego Trainer Panda Krouse

Thursday June 6, 2024 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Room B109 Denton High School

10:30am CDT

Building Language with Legos for High School