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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.

Tuesday, June 2
 

9:30am MDT

Learning for All: UDL in Elementary
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2505
"Designing for All: UDL in Elementary” is a professional learning session that explores how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) supports inclusive practices in elementary classrooms. Participants learn the three UDL principles—Engagement, Representation, and Action & Expression—and how proactive design increases equitable access for students with IEPs while benefiting all learners. Through real-world examples, collaborative activities, and lesson planning practice, educators explore practical strategies such as choice, visuals, assistive technology, and flexible assessments. The session emphasizes that small, intentional design changes can create more inclusive, effective learning environments for every student.
Presenter
avatar for Kat Nelson

Kat Nelson

Teacher Specialist: SPED, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2505
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:30am MDT

UDL: What is it? Why use it?
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
3406
This session will break down the basics of UDL and how you can incorporate it into your class in small chunks or in whole units
Presenter
avatar for Sydnie Schoepf

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.
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
3406
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:30am MDT

Reaching Every Learner: Strategies for Differentiating Writing and Math
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2414
This professional development session focuses on practical strategies to support students at different learning levels in both writing and math. In the writing portion, teachers will explore ways to support student thinking and participation through structured class discussions with sentence frames, guided brainstorming, and the use of clear rubrics to support students throughout the writing process. In the math portion, participants will learn how to incorporate engaging, student-friendly activities using Canvas, implement choice boards to provide differentiated practice, and build fluency and motivation through interactive practice. These strategies are designed to help teachers create accessible learning opportunities so every student can participate and grow.
Presenter
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Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2414
  Instructional Priorities

12:40pm MDT

Bridging UDL and Accommodations for Inclusive Classrooms
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
3416
Discover how to move from reactive accommodations to proactive, inclusive design. This session explores the intersection of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and legal academic accommodations, demonstrating how UDL principles—multiple means of engagement, representation, and expression—can reduce the need for individual adaptations. Participants will walk away with actionable strategies to design flexible learning environments that proactively meet diverse learner needs, saving time while improving access for everyone.
Presenter
avatar for Bethany Baker

Bethany Baker

SPED Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District Special Education Dept

Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
3416
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Inclusive by Design: Using Google AI to Enhance Accessibility and UDL
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
3501
Are you looking for practical ways to make your courses accessible to all learners without adding hours to your workload? This workshop explores how Gemini can help you implement the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) efficiently. We'll demonstrate how to use Google AI for practical accessibility tasks, such as generating accurate transcripts for video content, creating descriptive alt-text for images, and summarizing dense readings for varied comprehension levels. Discover how to quickly differentiate instruction by creating tiered assignments and providing multiple means of representation for complex topics. You will leave with a toolkit of AI-powered techniques for creating accessible materials, saving you valuable time while fostering a more inclusive and equitable learning environment for every student. 
Presenter
avatar for Chris McCaffrey

Chris McCaffrey

Google Certified Trainer & Coach, Google ~ Kiker Learning
Chris McCaffrey is a Google for Education Certified Trainer & Coach as well as the Coordinator of Innovation, while managing the virtual academy at Wilson School District in PA. Drawing from over 25 years in education—including experience as a school board director, adjunct professor... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
3501

1:50pm MDT

Productive Engagement with Cooperative Learning
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2313
Introduce teachers to a variety of cooperative learning strategies that would allow students to be engaged in the productive struggle of learning all without a device. Strategies can be used in any content area.
Presenter
avatar for Noelle Jones

Noelle Jones

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Laugh often!
avatar for Amy Hansen

Amy Hansen

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2313
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Universal Design in Elementary School
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2414
We will introduce Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles with examples of how to integrate them in to the elementary school classroom.
Presenter
avatar for Cari O'Neil

Cari O'Neil

Instructional Coach, CSD
I am the Instructional Coach at Oak Hollow Elementary and love it! I have been a middle school Spanish, history and reading teacher, reading specialist and instructional coach. I am passionate about literacy and love seeing students learn to read. In my personal time, I enjoy spending... Read More →
avatar for Holly Sorenson

Holly Sorenson

2nd grade teacher, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2414
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Reciprocal Teaching: Integrating Reading Comprehension Skills to Increase Student Engagement
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2218
Reciprocal teaching is a way students can take more responsibility for their reading and learning. Through the use of predicting, clarifying, questioning and summarizing, students share the reading comprehension responsibilities, then have an authentic student-driven discussion about the text's content. We will focus on what reciprocal teaching can look like in an elementary classroom.
Presenter
avatar for Rachelle Pease

Rachelle Pease

Instructional Coach
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Heidi Vincent

Instructional Coach
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2218
  Instructional Priorities
 
Wednesday, June 3
 

9:10am MDT

All That and a Primary Source! Bringing K-5 Social Studies to Life Through Inquiry
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2511
Elementary social studies can be more than isolated activities and worksheets. In this interactive, 90s-themed session, participants will step into a pop-up inquiry museum featuring artifacts, source analysis, and discussion while experiencing how social studies strengthens literacy, critical thinking, and civic learning. Teachers will also explore new K–5 social studies lessons and resources designed to support engaging, inquiry-driven, standards-aligned instruction that brings social studies to life for students.


Presenter
avatar for Halley Kirk

Halley Kirk

Specialist, Canyons School District
Halley Kirk is the Gifted and Talented (SALTA) and Elementary Social Studies Specialist in Canyons School District.She has taught in various settings, including the SALTA Gifted and Talented Program, Glendale Middle School in Salt Lake City School District, and Butler Elementary... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2511
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:10am MDT

Science of Reading- A World of Words: Vocabulary
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2410
A student’s reading ceiling is often set by their oral vocabulary. We’ll examine how to cultivate a classroom that expands a child’s mental lexicon through rich conversation and explicit instruction. Learn how to turn everyday talk into a sophisticated toolkit for tackling complex texts.
Presenter
avatar for Julie Butler

Julie Butler

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
avatar for Bernice Allen

Bernice Allen

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
avatar for Lauren Watkins

Lauren Watkins

APPEL Coaching Coordinator, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:10am MDT

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
avatar for Cynthia Lloyd

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 →
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Carin Cushing

Special Education Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2412
  Student Supports (MTSS)

9:10am MDT

Gotta Catch ’Em All: Powering Up Secondary Instruction Through High Challenge and Strategic Supports
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3414
Ready to power up your instruction and take your training to the next level?
In this pop-culture themed interactive session, step into a model lesson that demonstrates how to maintain grade-level rigor in secondary classrooms while increasing access for all learners, especially Multilingual Learners (MLs).
Through structured interaction, guided inquiry, and collaborative meaning-making, participants will explore how all students can engage with complex texts and experience a higher level of academic success. Walk away with effective instructional moves to power up learning and build a stronger toolkit of strategies for your classroom.
Presenter
avatar for Amy Gutiérrez

Amy Gutiérrez

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Amy has dedicated the past 26 years to education in various capacities, starting as a middle and high school ESL and Spanish teacher, then serving as a Culture and Equity Coordinator. Currently, she is a Teacher Specialist for Canyons School District in Sandy, Utah. Throughout her... Read More →
avatar for Scott Christensen

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 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3414
  Student Supports (MTSS)

10:20am MDT

All That and a Primary Source! Bringing K-5 Social Studies to Life Through Inquiry
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2511
Elementary social studies can be more than isolated activities and worksheets. In this interactive, 90s-themed session, participants will step into a pop-up inquiry museum featuring artifacts, source analysis, and discussion while experiencing how social studies strengthens literacy, critical thinking, and civic learning. Teachers will also explore new K–5 social studies lessons and resources designed to support engaging, inquiry-driven, standards-aligned instruction that brings social studies to life for students.



Presenter
avatar for Halley Kirk

Halley Kirk

Specialist, Canyons School District
Halley Kirk is the Gifted and Talented (SALTA) and Elementary Social Studies Specialist in Canyons School District.She has taught in various settings, including the SALTA Gifted and Talented Program, Glendale Middle School in Salt Lake City School District, and Butler Elementary... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2511
  Instructional Design & Planning

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
avatar for Abigail Müller

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

10:20am MDT

UDL & AI: Best Practice without Prep Overload
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
3406
In this session, we'll discuss what UDL is, why UDL is best practice for the classroom, and how you can incorporate AI into your lesson planning to make UDL feasible with the time you have. This course is for anyone that wants to learn about UDL as a beginner or anyone who knows UDL and wants to take it to the next level (intermediate/advanced). This session is for you!
Presenter
avatar for Sydnie Schoepf

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.
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
3406
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:45pm MDT

Independent Accountability in Group Work for the Creative Classroom
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
3507
Do you love the idea of students collaborating on creative group projects but struggle to keep them accountable, productive and on task? Participants will have the chance to practice effective grouping strategies and a students self-tracking system to scaffold group projects and keep students on track and moving through a creative project step-by-step.
Presenter
avatar for Suzie DuVal

Suzie DuVal

Theatre Teacher
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
3507
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:45pm MDT

UDL & AI: Best Practice without Prep Overload
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
3406
In this session, we'll discuss what UDL is, why UDL is best practice for the classroom, and how you can incorporate AI into your lesson planning to make UDL feasible with the time you have. This course is for anyone that wants to learn about UDL as a beginner or anyone who knows UDL and wants to take it to the next level (intermediate/advanced). This session is for you!
Presenter
avatar for Sydnie Schoepf

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.
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
3406
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:45pm MDT

Smarter Workflows: Boosting Executive Functioning with Google Tools and AI
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2406
This session will introduce educators to accessible assistive technology strategies that support students’ executive functioning skills. The training will focus on leveraging embedded Google tools (such as Google Docs, Google Keep, Google Calendar, and Google Tasks) alongside emerging AI tools within MagicSchool to scaffold student independence. Participants will explore hands-on strategies for using built-in features—such as checklists, reminders, templates, and AI-generated task supports. By the end of the session, educators will leave with ready-to-use routines and digital supports that can be embedded into daily classroom instruction to strengthen executive functioning and increase student access to learning.
Presenter
avatar for Jonathan Stewart

Jonathan Stewart

DTL Specialist, General
Jonathan Stewart has been an educator for over 20 years. He is a facilitator and trainer for the AI in K12 project for the Utah State Board of Education. He is also the co-lead of the AI team in Canyons School District in Sandy, UT, in addition to other projects related to education... Read More →
avatar for Michaela Ball, M.S. CCC-SLP

Michaela Ball, M.S. CCC-SLP

AT/AAC Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Michaela Ball is a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) who works to support teachers and SLPs in the Canyons School District in Sandy, Utah and serves on the district’s Utah Assistive Technology Team. She began her journey working in film as a production sound recordist and now uses... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2406
  Student Supports (MTSS)
 

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