Creating student ownership of learning outcomes through structured and consistent feedback. Will learn, discuss, practice, and debate classroom tracking that has worked, failed, and could possibly work at the secondary level.
In this session, you will hear a layman's perspective on the ever-growing range of negative behaviors that you will see in any given classroom, as well as the prescribed ways in which adults are expected--or obligated--to respond.
This professional development session is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of using IXL in the classroom. Participants will receive an overview of what IXL is and how it supports student learning through personalized practice and real-time data. The session will highlight key features, including skill plans, diagnostic tools, and analytics, to help teachers monitor progress and target instruction. By the end, teachers will feel more confident navigating the platform and incorporating it into their daily instruction.
Brent Mischnick is a Digital Learning Specialist at ESC Region 11 in White Settlement, Texas. He is dedicated to helping educators use technology effectively to enhance student learning and prepare them for the future. Brent is committed to supporting the school districts within Region... Read More →
Let’s be honest - when behaviors are high and time is short, “Choose Love” can feel like one more thing on your plate. If you’ve ever thought, “This is great… but what about that kid?”—this session is for you. We’ll bridge the gap between behavior management and heart work by giving you simple, realistic ways to use Choose Love in your classroom—especially in the moments that feel the hardest. This isn’t about excusing behavior—it’s about understanding what’s driving it and responding in a way that actually leads to change. Structure and support don’t compete… they work together. Walk away with practical strategies that support regulation, improve behavior, and actually make your day-to-day feel more manageable.
This professional development session is designed for educators who want to take a deeper dive into IXL Analytics and better understand how to use data to drive instruction. Participants will explore IXL’s real-time reporting tools and learn how to interpret student performance data to identify strengths, gaps, and growth opportunities. The session will focus on key analytics features, including diagnostic insights, usage reports, and progress monitoring tools. By the end, teachers will feel more confident using IXL data to make informed instructional decisions and support student success.
Calling all Content K-8: Learn about Levels of Questioning from the Teacher and from the Student to optimize inquiry, levels of learning, and retention for all tiers. Learn how to differentiate your questioning so students will reach their potential. Also, learn how students can create levels of questions to increase their depth of understanding. Make Inquiry part of the culture in your classroom!
This professional development session is designed to help teachers build a strong foundation in what Content Language Supports (CLS) are and why they matter for student learning. Participants will explore how CLS appear within our online platforms and how they enhance access to academic content. The session will also focus on practical strategies for bringing CLS to life in the classroom, even in low-tech or no-tech settings. By the end, teachers will be equipped with concrete tools and ideas to effectively integrate CLS into daily instruction.
Brent Mischnick is a Digital Learning Specialist at ESC Region 11 in White Settlement, Texas. He is dedicated to helping educators use technology effectively to enhance student learning and prepare them for the future. Brent is committed to supporting the school districts within Region... Read More →
This session will introduce teachers to a format for student led text based academic discussions they can use either as formative assessments or as end of unit summative assessments. These socratic discussions are highly engaging, and students learn so much from preparation and participation. We will walk you through materials, resources, preparation, facilitation and scoring, with materials and takeaways you can use all year.
This professional development session is designed to deepen teachers’ understanding of supplemental aids and their role in supporting student success. Participants will learn how supplemental aids are defined according to TEA and explore the research-based reasons they have a meaningful impact on learning. The session will highlight a variety of supplemental aids for both instruction and assessment across content areas. Teachers will also gain access to a curated Google Drive of ready-to-use resources for RLA, Math, and Science in grades K–5.
