Name: Don't Rain on the Rigor: Ditch the "Just-in Case" Umbrella
Start: 2026-06-03T09:10:00-0600
End: 2026-06-03T10:10:00-0600

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.

Don't Rain on the Rigor: Ditch the "Just-in Case" Umbrella

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

2412

Why are we carrying umbrellas when the sun is out? "Just-in-Case" supports often protect students from a "storm" of struggle that never actually arrives. Join us to learn how to check the mathematical "weather" of your classroom. We’ll show you how to keep the supports in your pocket until the first drop of frustration hits, keeping the rigor bright and the breakthroughs splashing in.

Presenter

Cynthia Lloyd

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District

Cynthia Lloyd is the Elementary Math, Science, and STEM Specialist in Canyons School District who helps teachers unlock the power of math to spark scientific inquiry and real-world problem-solving. She is passionate about designing integrated, hands-on learning experiences that connect... Read More →

Carin Cushing

Special Education Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District

Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2412

Student Supports (MTSS)

Audience Elementary Teachers
Instructional Priority Scaffolding

2026 Elevated Teaching Summit

Cynthia Lloyd

Carin Cushing

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2026 Elevated Teaching Summit

Cynthia Lloyd

Carin Cushing

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