2026 Elevated Teaching Summit: Full Schedule

Vision

In Canyons School District, we believe that all stakeholders benefit from purposeful technology integration within the learning process, focusing on student achievement. Educational technology will be used to empower teachers, students, and other stakeholders to gain the knowledge and skills needed to adapt, create, consume, and connect responsibly and ethically with the broader world in preparation for meaningful life opportunities.

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9:10am MDT

The Magic of Math Making Math Concepts Tangible

Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT

2313

In this interactive session, we will explore how to make abstract mathematical concepts tangible for K-5 students using hands-on manipulatives. We will discuss strategies for using tools like base ten blocks, fraction tiles and patter blocks to transform students from passive learners into active investigators. The presentation will model how to facilitate studdent-led discovery and foster collaborative problem-solving to build a deeper, conceptual understanding of topics like place value, addition, and fractions.

Presenter

Cindy Rowley

instructional coach, Canyons School District

Abigail Müller

Teacher, Canyons School District

I’m an Elementary Educator that loves using technology to help them create, collaborate, communicate, and think critically.

Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2313

Instructional Design & Planning

Content Area Math
Audience Elementary Teachers

10:20am MDT

Class of ’86: A Pedagogical Time-Warp to the Future of Learning

Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT

2313

Dust off your high-tops and grab your walkman—we’re going back to 1986 to discover the future of Tier 1 instruction! This high-energy session uses the iconic cinema of 40 years ago to decode the modern frameworks that drive student success today. We’ll look at how the "Class of ’86" can teach us to remove learning barriers through Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and boost engagement using the 5 C’s—Control, Collaboration, Challenge, Choice, and Caring. Whether you’re channeling the leadership of Maverick or the autonomy of Ferris Bueller, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies that align with CSD’s MTSS framework, ensuring every student in your "brat pack" has the support they need to thrive. Don't be "left behind" in the past; join us for a nostalgic deep dive that will leave you ready to "move the stars" for your students!.

Presenter

Abigail Müller

Teacher, Canyons School District

I’m an Elementary Educator that loves using technology to help them create, collaborate, communicate, and think critically.

Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2313

Instructional Design & Planning

Audience Elementary Teachers, Middle School Teachers, Classroom Teachers
Ed Tech Tool Adobe, Google/CSDdocs
Instructional Priority Mulilingual Supports, Scaffolding

12:20pm MDT

AI: Gemini + Notebook LM - CREATE Session

Wednesday June 3, 2026 12:20pm - 1:35pm MDT

2313

Presenter

Sydnie Schoepf

Instructional Coach, Hillcrest High, Canyons District

Sydnie has 17 years in education and a PhD in Curriculum & Instruction. She loves to nerd out about all things learning and EdTech. When she's not working, you can catch her playing with her two puppies, reading, or both.

Scott Christensen

Secondary ELA Specialist, Canyons School District

Scott Christensen brings 20+ years of experience in education as a teacher, instructional coach, and education specialist in grades K-12 in public schools and charter schools from Washington State, Florida, North Dakota, and Utah. He has taught English/Language Arts in grades 7-11... Read More →

Wednesday June 3, 2026 12:20pm - 1:35pm MDT
2313

Create Session

1:45pm MDT

Scrible

Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT

2313

This session will introduce teachers to the Scribble creative writing platform and demonstrate how it can be used in K–12 classrooms to increase student engagement and creativity in writing. Scribble allows students to create their own stories using guided prompts and interactive tools, helping them build vocabulary, strengthen grammar skills, and develop confidence as writers. As students write, their ideas can come to life through visuals and storytelling features, making the writing process more engaging and meaningful. We will also focus on the research aspect of the program and go over the components. Participants will learn practical ways to integrate Scribble into literacy lessons, small group activities, and whole-class instruction to support creative expression and language development across grade levels.

Presenter

Oaklie Gallagher

teacher, Canyons School District

Margaret Johnston

5th Grade Teacher, Canyons School District

Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2313

Instructional Tools & Technology

Audience Elementary Teachers, Middle School Teachers, High School Teachers
Ed Tech Tool Scrible

9:10am MDT

10:20am MDT

12:20pm MDT

1:45pm MDT

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