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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.

Audience: Elementary Teachers clear filter
Tuesday, June 2
 

TBA

Activate, Engage, Extended: Using Inquiry and Collaboration to Promote Literacy
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 TBA
2313
Limited Capacity seats available
This interactive session explores how teachers can guide students through a structured reading process that promotes inquiry, collaboration, and deeper understanding of texts. Participants will learn practical strategies to prepare students to engage with a text, facilitate collaborative reading and annotation, and extend learning beyond the text through meaningful discussion and reflection.

Using an Activate – Engage – Extend framework, the session will model strategies that help students build curiosity before reading, collaboratively analyze and annotate during reading, and synthesize their thinking after reading. Educators will experience classroom-ready routines that support student inquiry, structured collaboration, and deeper comprehension across content areas.

Participants will leave with concrete tools to help students:
• Prepare for reading through inquiry-based activation strategies
• Collaboratively read and annotate complex texts
• Extend understanding through discussion, synthesis, and reflection activities

The session emphasizes practical, student-centered strategies that foster meaningful engagement with texts while building critical thinking and collaborative learning skills.
Presenter
TS

Tyson Swasey

ELA Teacher
SY
Tuesday June 2, 2026 TBA
2313
  Instructional Priorities

9:30am MDT

Performance Based Self Assessment and Peer Feedback
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
3412
Limited Capacity seats available
This session equips educators with a framework for integrating self-assessment and peer feedback into their curriculum. By exploring the pedagogical benefits of reflection and highlighting affordable recording technology, this demonstration will center around how to implement structured critique that foster student independence, improve technical skills, and normalize constructive classroom dialogue.
Presenter
MA
avatar for Jenni Perkins

Jenni Perkins

Instrumental Music Teacher
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
3412
  Data-Based Decision Making

9:30am MDT

Experience Math Task Learning
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2501
Limited Capacity seats available
Come experience a math task lesson! We will be pulling ideas and strategies from the Building Thinking Classrooms book. We will then go over some of the strategies we have found useful in our 3rd grade classrooms.
Presenter
KK
NW
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2501
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:30am MDT

Learning for All: UDL in Elementary
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2505
Limited Capacity seats available
"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

Make it Mario: Low-Tech Ideas to Gamify your Curriculum
FULL
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2503
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
In this fun and fast-paced presentation, teachers of all content areas will be given ideas and actionable steps to support their students in practice and review work while motivating them through competition and creative presentation.
Presenter
avatar for Kaylie Sullivan

Kaylie Sullivan

Secondary English Language Arts Teacher
avatar for Katie Schmoldt

Katie Schmoldt

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
I love history teaching, integrating technology, and anything outdoors!

Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2503
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:30am MDT

Science of Reading- Overview: Stop Guessing, Start Growing
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2410
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us as we explore the five interconnected pillars of reading—phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Together, we will discover how these essential components work to build skilled readers, all while keeping oral language as the critical foundation that fuels every step of reading development.
Presenter
avatar for Julie Butler

Julie Butler

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:30am MDT

Things we’ve learned with Amplify
FULL
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2218
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
-In this session, we will touch on some of the things we’ve learned with Amplify such as the following:
-Ways to best utilize manipulatives and how to use them daily
-How we have integrated the BFF kit as part of our number sense routine at the beginning of each lesson.
-Student discourse especially using Amplify routines such as the notice and wonder routine
-Importance of productive struggle
-Student engagement
-The unit story that students love
Presenter
avatar for Christina Van Dam

Christina Van Dam

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
avatar for Lauren Crowe

Lauren Crowe

3rd Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2218
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:30am MDT

AVID Focused Note-Taking from the Elementary Perspective
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2303
Limited Capacity seats available
AVID Focused Note-Taking from the Elementary Perspective: Jeny Wariner and Kristie Koyle

See AVID Focused Note-Taking in action from the very start of a student’s academic journey. This session highlights developmentally appropriate practices, classroom examples, and implementation insights that support strong instruction, student thinking, and schoolwide alignment from Kindergarten up.
Presenter
avatar for Kristie Koyle

Kristie Koyle

Kindergarten Teacher
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Jeny Wariner

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
With 30 years of experience in the trenches of education, Jeny Wariner understands the heart of the classroom. Currently an Instructional Coach at Glacier Hills Elementary, she specializes in bridging the gap between curriculum and classroom practice. Her commitment to excellence... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2303
  Instructional Priorities

9:30am MDT

Helping All students Access Challenging Text
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2412
Limited Capacity seats available
Dr. Throndsen will be sharing scaffolding strategies to support teachers as they help all student access challenging text.
Presenter
avatar for LaNae Goates

LaNae Goates

instructional coach, Canyons School District
This is my 23rd year in education.  I have taught 2nd-6th grade at the elementary level.  I have been an instructional coach for 14 years. I have my Reading, Math, ESL, Coaching, EdTech, and K-12 Literacy Specialist Endorsement.  I am also LETRS Certified.  I worked for 4 years... Read More →
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Dr. Jennifer Throndsen

Educational Consultant, Impactful Learning Designs
With over 20 years of experience in education, Jennifer Throndsen, PhD, has served in various roles across the classroom, school, district, and state levels. Her career includes positions as an elementary and middle school teacher, instructional coach, adjunct faculty, district office... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2412
  Instructional Priorities

9:30am MDT

Reaching Every Learner: Strategies for Differentiating Writing and Math
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2414
Limited Capacity seats available
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
KG
SE
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2414
  Instructional Priorities

9:30am MDT

Student-Talk and Movement Strategies to Support Vocabulary Acquisition and Retention
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2307
Limited Capacity seats available
In this break-out, two different student-talk / vocabulary strategies will be demonstrated with attendees acting in the student roles. Krista Edwards and Emily Gonzalez will model strategies for Tier 1 Vocabulary Instruction, using lessons that they have used in the past and taught with improved student outcomes and student engagement. Krista will start with demonstrating a lesson pairing visual scaffolds to vocabulary acquisition, and Emily will demonstrate a strategy using physical movement in a World Language classroom to support vocabulary acquisition. Following these two demonstrations, there will be time for a debrief and conversation on how these strategies apply to your classroom and content. Teachers will leave with the confidence that they have actionable strategies they can implement immediately.
Presenter
avatar for Krista Edwards

Krista Edwards

Instructional Coach
avatar for Emily Gonzalez

Emily Gonzalez

High School Spanish Teacher
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2307
  Instructional Priorities

9:30am MDT

Google NotebookLM - Your Teacher Assistant That You Wish You Always Had
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2212
Limited Capacity seats available
Discover how to transform your existing curriculum into a personalized "second brain" that automates differentiation, creates instant student podcasts, and streamlines your heaviest teacher tasks. This session provides a hands-on roadmap to using NotebookLM as your ultimate teaching partner, turning hours of prep work into seconds of creative output.
Presenter
avatar for Nicole Reitz-Larsen

Nicole Reitz-Larsen

Educator, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2212
  Instructional Tools & Technology

9:30am MDT

High Quality Teaching & Learning: Leveraging AI to improve Feedback Cycles
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2507
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores how AI can be used to strengthen feedback cycles and support high-quality teaching and learning. Participants will examine how timely, actionable feedback helps students refine their thinking, deepen understanding, and take ownership of their learning, while also reducing the burden on teachers.

It will introduce teachers to Snorkl, which is a tool for students to record and explain their thinking, and then get immediate and personalized feedback from AI. Students insights are also shared educators so they can better understand how their students think, including their strengths and where they need more support.
Presenter
avatar for Maggie Kenny
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2507
  Instructional Tools & Technology

9:30am MDT

Congruence and Your Teaching Practice
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2214
Limited Capacity seats available
During this reflective session, teachers will work to align their values with their teaching practice as one step towards protecting against burnout and demoralization.
Presenter
avatar for Bob Violano

Bob Violano

instructional coach, Canyons School District

I am an instructional coach at Mount Jordan Middle School with a background in science education and physics teaching. After moving from Connecticut to Utah in 2008, I earned a Master’s in Secondary Education and a Master’s of Science in Physics Teaching from the University of... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2214
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

9:30am MDT

High-Leverage Strategies for Behavioral Success
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2305
Limited Capacity seats available
Let's talk about high-leverage strategies for behavioral success! During our presentation you will learn proactive strategies to keep your classroom afloat. We will narrow in on three behavioral essentials: classroom structure; expectations, rules, and routines; and acknowledging appropriate behaviors. These strategies will help you create the calm, supportive, classroom students need for success. Come prepared to collaborate with colleagues sharing current strategies and solutions for tricky classroom behavioral issues.
Presenter
KF

Krista Foncault

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
avatar for Brittany Ashe

Brittany Ashe

Instructional coach, Canyons School District
I have been in education for 14 years, teaching at both the elementary and secondary levels. For the past 8 years, I have served as an instructional coach at the middle school level within the Canyons School District. I am deeply passionate about empowering both teachers and students... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2305
  Safe & Supportive Environment

9:30am MDT

Mindfulness in the Classroom
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2416
Limited Capacity seats available
Participate in this session designed to explore effective ways to integrate movement and mindfulness practices into your classroom environment. We will cover a range of topics, including the benefits of yoga, the importance of brain breaks, and strategies for promoting overall wellness for both students and educators. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit!
Presenter
avatar for Danae Gothard

Danae Gothard

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Danae Gothard has been an Instructional Coach and Education Technology Coach in Canyons School District for 14 years. She has prior classroom experience in the elementary setting and is currently working with students in K-5.
avatar for Terilyn Hixson

Terilyn Hixson

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Teri was a classroom teacher for 23 years. She taught second and fourth grade. For the last 10 years, she has been an Instructional Coach in Canyons School District. She has a Master's Degree in Education with endorsements in Math, Reading, ESL, Early Childhood,Instructional Coaching... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2416
  Safe & Supportive Environment

9:30am MDT

Boost Student Success: Practical Executive Function Strategies for the Classroom
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
3416
Empower students to thrive by intentionally teaching executive function skills. This interactive session shifts the focus from managing behavior to building capacity. Learn actionable "adult moves"—modeling metacognition, creating predictable routines, and using visual tools—that help students plan, prioritize, and sustain attention, bridging the gap between external support and self-regulation.
Presenter
avatar for Bethany Baker

Bethany Baker

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District Special Education Dept

KB

Karen Brown

School Psychologist Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
3416
  Student Supports (MTSS)

10:40am MDT

Managing Student Chromebooks with LanSchool Air
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2511
Limited Capacity seats available
Introduction to the functionality of LanSchool Air. Setup and classroom uses as well as tips and tricks for monitoring student Chromebooks.
Presenter
TO
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2511

10:40am MDT

Easy ways to infuse inquiry
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2214
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation gives AVID aligned strategies for infusing inquiry and collaboration into any lesson to increase student engagement and rigor.
Presenter
MO

Megan Orton

4th grade teacher
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Jennifer Reese

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2214
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:40am MDT

Make it Mario: Low-Tech Ideas to Gamify your Curriculum
FULL
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2503
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
In this fun and fast-paced presentation, teachers of all content areas will be given ideas and actionable steps to support their students in practice and review work while motivating them through competition and creative presentation.
Presenter
avatar for Kaylie Sullivan

Kaylie Sullivan

Secondary English Language Arts Teacher
avatar for Katie Schmoldt

Katie Schmoldt

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
I love history teaching, integrating technology, and anything outdoors!

Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2503
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:40am MDT

Science of Reading- Phonological and Phonemic Awareness: Why the Ear Leads the Way to the Eye
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2410
Limited Capacity seats available
Before a child can decode a word, they must be able to hear it. This session explores the speech-to-print connection, demonstrating how robust phonological and phonemic awareness serves as the runway for reading success.
Presenter
avatar for Leigh Ann Fisher

Leigh Ann Fisher

teacher specialist, Canyons District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:40am MDT

Struggling to have productive struggle? Tips for effective productive struggle in reading and math
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2412
Limited Capacity seats available
We will give tips on how to implement and strengthen productive struggle in your reading and math classes. Then we will engage in meaningful discourse and practice how to do it in your class next year.
Presenter
avatar for Linda Leavitt

Linda Leavitt

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
avatar for Stacy Packard

Stacy Packard

Early Literacy Instructional Coach, Canyons School District/USBE
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2412
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:40am MDT

Things we’ve learned with Amplify
FILLING
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2218
Limited Capacity filling up
-In this session, we will touch on some of the things we’ve learned with Amplify such as the following:
-Ways to best utilize manipulatives and how to use them daily
-How we have integrated the BFF kit as part of our number sense routine at the beginning of each lesson.
-Student discourse especially using Amplify routines such as the notice and wonder routine
-Importance of productive struggle
-Student engagement
-The unit story that students love
Presenter
avatar for Christina Van Dam

Christina Van Dam

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
avatar for Lauren Crowe

Lauren Crowe

3rd Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2218
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:40am MDT

Writing to Learn Engagement Strategies
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2305
Limited Capacity seats available
This will focus on strategies for integrating writing as a learning tool into every grade level and content area. It is perfect for any educator who wants to unleash the power of writing to help students access rigorous content and deepen understandings through the frequent use of robust learning through writing strategies.
Presenter
avatar for Brittany Ashe

Brittany Ashe

Instructional coach, Canyons School District
I have been in education for 14 years, teaching at both the elementary and secondary levels. For the past 8 years, I have served as an instructional coach at the middle school level within the Canyons School District. I am deeply passionate about empowering both teachers and students... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Wells

Andrea Wells

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Educator for 15+ years. Currently working as a secondary instructional coach. I enjoy collaborating on literacy strategies and working on remodeling projects around the house.
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2305
  Instructional Priorities

10:40am MDT

Qmlativ for Elementary Teachers
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2216
This session prepares elementary teachers to confidently begin the school year using Qmlativ Student. Participants will explore essential daily workflows, including taking attendance, creating and managing seating charts, and using the gradebook. The session will also highlight new features and updates that streamline teacher workflows and improve access to data.
Presenter
avatar for Camille Cole

Camille Cole

Instructional Technology Specialist, Canyons School District
Camille Cole is an Instructional Technology Specialist for Canyons School District, where she supports educators in developing innovative digital teaching and learning practices. In her role, she leads professional learning, instructional design, and technology integration initiatives... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2216
  Instructional Tools & Technology

10:40am MDT

Re-Tuning Your Teaching: Preventing Burnout in Music Ed
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2501
Limited Capacity seats available
Calling all Performing Arts Teachers. Come participate in a round table discussion on best strategies to avoid teacher burnout. Hear from veteran teachers on what strategies have best help them stay in the field, and learn some new tips from recent educational books on how to avoid burnout.
Presenter
avatar for Jaron Putnam

Jaron Putnam

Choir Teacher
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2501
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

10:40am MDT

Beyond Labels: Supporting Diverse Special Education Classifications in the Gen Ed Classroom
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
3416
As inclusion becomes the standard, general education classrooms are increasingly diverse, serving students with a wide range of needs. This session provides a practical overview of common special education classifications—including Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Other Health Impairment (OHI/ADHD), and Speech/Language Impairments. Moving beyond formal definitions, we will explore how these classifications manifest in daily learning, social interactions, and behavior. Participants will gain teacher-friendly strategies for implementing accommodations and modifications, foster a truly inclusive environment, and learn how to collaborate effectively with specialists to support every learner.
Presenter
avatar for Bethany Baker

Bethany Baker

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District Special Education Dept

Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
3416
  Safe & Supportive Environment

10:40am MDT

Mindfulness in the Classroom
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2416
Limited Capacity seats available
Participate in this session designed to explore effective ways to integrate movement and mindfulness practices into your classroom environment. We will cover a range of topics, including the benefits of yoga, the importance of brain breaks, and strategies for promoting overall wellness for both students and educators. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit!
Presenter
avatar for Danae Gothard

Danae Gothard

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Danae Gothard has been an Instructional Coach and Education Technology Coach in Canyons School District for 14 years. She has prior classroom experience in the elementary setting and is currently working with students in K-5.
avatar for Terilyn Hixson

Terilyn Hixson

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Teri was a classroom teacher for 23 years. She taught second and fourth grade. For the last 10 years, she has been an Instructional Coach in Canyons School District. She has a Master's Degree in Education with endorsements in Math, Reading, ESL, Early Childhood,Instructional Coaching... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2416
  Safe & Supportive Environment

10:40am MDT

Trauma Informed Practices in Schools: Building Resilience
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2505
Limited Capacity seats available
Educators will realize the impact of childhood trauma, recognize what childhood trauma looks like and learn how to respond.
Presenter
avatar for Chanci Loran

Chanci Loran

Program Administrator, Canyons School District, Student Wellness Services
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BJ Weller

Assistant Director of Student Wellness Services, Canyons School District
BJ Weller, M.Ed, LCSW, is the Assistant Director of Student Wellness Services in Canyons School District. He began his career as a school social worker and counselor in Granite School District, where he helped design their K–12 school counseling model. He later served as an administrator... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2505
  Safe & Supportive Environment

12:40pm MDT

Amplify manipulatives with Amplify
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2503
The Amplify Math program is designed to build conceptual understanding through problem-based and hands-on learning complimented by student discourse/conjecture. We have piloted the curriculum and have had time to synthesize its impact on our students, ourselves, and as a grade level. In our presentation, we recognize that some teachers may struggle with how to effectively integrate math manipulatives in ways that truly support the program’s instructional design rather than simply adding “extra materials.”

Our session will provide practical strategies for using manipulatives intentionally within Amplify Math lessons to strengthen conceptual understanding, support struggling learners, and increase student engagement. Participants will explore how physical tools such as base-ten blocks, fraction models, number lines, counters, and area models can be used to bridge concrete, representational, and abstract thinking within Amplify’s problem-based framework.

The session will include classroom examples, model lesson segments, and opportunities for teachers to practice selecting and using manipulatives aligned to specific Amplify activities.
Participants will leave with ready-to-implement strategies for helping students make sense of mathematics through hands-on learning while maintaining fidelity to the Amplify program.
Presenter
AF

Ann Fisher

4th grade teacher, Canyons School District
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Emily Weigel

Teacher, Canyons District
I’m a creative and engaged educator who loves designing meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for students. I also keep my community in mind while balancing classroom work, PBL projects, and STEAM advocacy efforts. At my core, I value curiosity, growth, and helping others find... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2503
  Instructional Design & Planning

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

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District Special Education Dept

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

12:40pm MDT

Movement in the Classroom: New and Review
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2212
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will help guide the different types of movement you can add throughout your schedule. From burning energy to calming down, this session will help your students get into their best learning mindset.
Presenter
avatar for Meredith Dolny

Meredith Dolny

Specialist
Chat with me about all things play and movement! Recess, PE, movement in your classroom--anything!
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2212
  Instructional Design & Planning

12:40pm MDT

Percussion Pedagogy Workshop - Bret Hughes, Park City SD
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
1123
Percussion pedagogy and methods workshop taught by a percussion expert in the area, and sponsored by Summerhays music.

Note - this was requested by Instrumental Music teachers, who said a session of this nature would make them more likely to attend the conference. This would need to take place in the Band room at Brighton High School.
Presenter
BH
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
1123
  Instructional Design & Planning

12:40pm MDT

Restoring Power to the (Little) People: Elevating Student Choice to Demonstrate and Extend Learning
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2214
Limited Capacity seats available
Multiple studies confirm that there is incredible power in giving students structured choices in how they access and demonstrate learning. Relinquishing ownership over what learners get out of their time with you can be scary - but it doesn't have to be! This session will explore strategies for increasing student choice in large and small ways, both to demonstrate learning and to extend it utilizing modality personalization and choice differentiation. Come ready to talk about choice boards, randomization, authentic assessment, and other strategies for putting students in the driver seat of their education. Appropriate for all content areas and grade levels.
Presenter
avatar for Nathaniel Ricks

Nathaniel Ricks

Secondary Social Studies Teacher, Canyons School District
I teach 7th Grade Utah Studies at Draper Park Middle School.  I've taught a number of the Social Studies subjects at public and charter schools in Utah and Colorado, as well as teaching World and US History survey courses at Pikes Peak Community College and BYU-Idaho.  I like reading... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2214
  Instructional Design & Planning

12:40pm MDT

Science of Reading- Let’s Talk: Oral Language
FILLING
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2410
Limited Capacity filling up
Before children decode words, they must understand them. Explore oral language as the foundation for the five pillars of reading. Learn how a talk-rich environment builds the critical expressive vocabulary necessary for long-term literacy success.
Presenter
avatar for Leigh Ann Fisher

Leigh Ann Fisher

teacher specialist, Canyons District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

12:40pm MDT

Socratic Seminars: Speaking & Listening by Design
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2218
Limited Capacity seats available
This professional development session supports educators with a practical system for implementing AVID Socratic seminars at elementary and secondary levels—grounded in WICOR/WISR learning supports and structured around four phases: text selection, preparation, execution, and reflection. Participants will learn how to facilitate rigorous classroom discussions that build academic language, critical thinking, and speaking & listening skills while maintaining high challenge and high support for all learners. The result is a sustainable approach to structured dialogue that increases rigor and deepens student engagement across content areas.
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Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2218
  Instructional Priorities

12:40pm MDT

The Book was Better (But Was it Really?): Using Book-to-Media Adaptations in Instruction
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
3410
Limited Capacity seats available

The Book Was Better explores the thrills and pitfalls of middle-grade and young adult book-to-movie adaptations. We will examine how beloved stories are transformed—sometimes faithfully, sometimes frustratingly—when they hit the big screen or streaming platforms. From casting controversies to plotline overhauls, the conversation will dive into what adaptations get right, what they get wildly wrong, and why it matters to tween and teen readers. It will also highlight how these adaptations can be leveraged in the classroom and library to spark engagement, fuel book circulation, and support media literacy conversations. Attendees will leave with programming ideas, booklists, and talking points to help students critically compare page and screen.
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Gretchen Zaitzeff

District library media specialist, Canyons School District
As co-lead of the Utah Information, News, and Media Literacy Collaborative, Gretchen Zaitzeff brings a strong background in fostering critical media engagement and empowering educators to integrate information, news, and media literacy across the curriculum. She works as the District... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
3410
  Instructional Priorities

12:40pm MDT

Unleashing Creativity: Procreate Drawing App for Every Classroom
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2501
Limited Capacity seats available
Bring creativity to life in your classroom with a hands-on drawing lesson using Procreate on iPads. This engaging training helps teachers learn simple, practical techniques to guide students in digital art—no prior experience required. You’ll discover how to use Procreate’s intuitive tools, design step-by-step lessons, and inspire student creativity across subjects. Perfect for boosting engagement, integrating technology, and building confidence in both teachers and students.
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Meghan Schott

Art Teacher
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Jean Leonard

Health teacher
I have been teaching art 14 years. I have taught art to every grade. I love my faith, the truth, my family and anything country. I am not a city girl. 😊
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2501
  Instructional Tools & Technology

12:40pm MDT

Building Instructional Capacity Through Principal–Coach Partnerships
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2313
Effective collaboration between administrators and instructional coaches is essential for building instructional capacity and achieving school goals. In this panel session, principals and instructional coaches will share real-world experiences and strategies for building strong, productive partnerships grounded in trust, role clarity, and shared purpose. Panelists will highlight how they align around instructional priorities, use coaching to support teacher growth, and create systems that connect coaching to school improvement efforts. Participants will walk away with practical ideas and actionable approaches to strengthen the administrator–coach partnership in their own schools.
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Andrew Jones

Specialist, Canyons School District
Andrew is the High School Science Specialist for the Instructional Supports Department. He is passionate about the implementation of 3D science in classrooms.
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Ken Rowley

Principal
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Sandy LeCheminant

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Sandy LeCheminant is an instructional coach and educational leader with over four decades of experience in public education. She specializes in personalized professional learning, data-informed instructional practices, and collaboration to enhance student achievement. Sandy supports... Read More →
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Krista Edwards

Instructional Coach
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Susie Baer Young

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
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Tracy Stacy

Principal
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Amy Hansen

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2313
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

12:40pm MDT

Motivating Students Through Choice, Rewards, and Recognition
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2307
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will empower participants to motivate their students through relevant examples of STUDENT CHOICE through choice boards in Google Docs/Google Slides, REWARDS through tracker charts in Google Docs, and RECOGNITION through badges and certificates in Canva. Presenters will show several examples and allow attendees to make copies of resources that could be utilized in the elementary classroom. Come away from this session with new ideas and ready-to-use materials!
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Stephanie Glover

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Stephanie Glover is an Instructional Coach at Altara Elementary.  She has been working in the field of education since 2007 in various positions such as an Elementary Ed Tech Coach as well as a 2nd-5th grade teacher.  In 2007, Stephanie earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary... Read More →
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Tami Dautel

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2307
  Safe & Supportive Environment

12:40pm MDT

The Motivation Barrier
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2416
Limited Capacity seats available
In the past, extrinsic motivators helped students succeed in school. The challenge today is developing strong intrinsic motivation in students. By focusing on Challenge, Autonomy, and Relationships, teachers may be able to start to tear down motivation barriers.
Presenter
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Bradley Moss

ISD Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2416
  Safe & Supportive Environment

12:40pm MDT

Clarity at New Heights: Elevating How We Identify and Support Multilingual Learners Shift the lens. Change the outcome.
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
3414
Clarity leads to equity. What we notice shapes what we do.
In this session, educators will elevate their lens to determine the difference between language development and potential learning needs through a data-informed approach. Participants will examine student behaviors across domains, engage in collaborative analysis using real scenarios, and strengthen decision-making to ensure Multilingual Learners receive the right support at the right time—with clarity and confidence.
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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 →
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Beverly Barringer

Administrator, Federal and State Programs
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Amy Buckley

SLP & Itinerant Staff Specialist, Canyons School District
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Karen Brown

School Psychologist Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
3414
  Student Supports (MTSS)

12:40pm MDT

Stronger Referrals, Better Support: A teacher's guide to SLP qualification criteria
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2303
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation provides an overview of the role of the school Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and how speech-language services support students in the school setting. It explains the types of communication skills SLPs address—including speech, language, social communication, and fluency—and how these areas can impact academic success and classroom participation. The presentation also outlines the referral process, including common signs that a student may benefit from a speech-language evaluation and how teachers and staff can collaborate with the SLP to support students’ communication needs.
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TC
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2303
  Student Supports (MTSS)

12:40pm MDT

Supporting teachers through the Child Find Process
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2412
Limited Capacity seats available
My title can be changed if you have a more creative one, but my presentation would be about a system I created to help teachers know what interventions are needed and how to track the data as we refer students for special education. I put all of the information into one place for each teacher and we refer back to it throughout the year.
Presenter
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Karlie Aardema

Assistant Principal, Canyons School District
Using technology to support instructional priorities in the classroom
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2412
  Student Supports (MTSS)

12:40pm MDT

Wonders Newcomer Lessons for Language Aquisition
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2414
Limited Capacity seats available
Feedback Survey
This presentation will share lessons created to supplement the Wonders Newcomers Guide. These lessons support additional practice and monitoring of the target vocabulary. Come learn about how to access and use these lessons and all the supporting components.

*Note: this presentation was shared last year, so please note that it is not new, if you have already attended. 

Resources shared are found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XpnMukxJV66CpnKRL0YFmUk_TgMjlKK5 
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Emily Russo

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Emily is an instructional coach at Peruvian Park Elementary. She has been a coach for Canyons School District for 10 years. Before joining Canyons she taught elementary school on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. 
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Danae Gothard

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Danae Gothard has been an Instructional Coach and Education Technology Coach in Canyons School District for 14 years. She has prior classroom experience in the elementary setting and is currently working with students in K-5.

Tuesday June 2, 2026 12:40pm - 1:40pm MDT
2414
  Student Supports (MTSS)

1:50pm MDT

Reflect, Respect, Review: The Importance of Self and Peer Evaluations for Every Subject in Every Grade
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2505
Limited Capacity seats available
Self and peer reflection is a powerful instructional strategy that helps students take ownership of their learning, develop critical thinking skills, and improve the quality of their work. This presentation will introduce teachers to simple, practical ways to incorporate self and peer reflections into any subject area at any grade level. Participants will learn how to create clear reflection prompts, establish classroom expectations for constructive feedback, and use rubrics and/or guiding questions to help students evaluate their own work and the works of their peers. By implementing structured reflection activities, teachers can help students build metacognitive skills, strengthen collaboration, and develop a deeper understanding of learning goals.
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Sarah Mazuran

Visual Arts Teacher
Being a middle school Visual Arts teacher is important to me because it is one of the most rewarding jobs and it has become a deeply meaningful career. I never know what is going to happen that day in class but I do know that it will be dynamic and never boring! Everyday I get to... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2505
  Data-Based Decision Making

1:50pm MDT

Amplify manipulatives with Amplify
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2503
The Amplify Math program is designed to build conceptual understanding through problem-based and hands-on learning complimented by student discourse/conjecture. We have piloted the curriculum and have had time to synthesize its impact on our students, ourselves, and as a grade level. In our presentation, we recognize that some teachers may struggle with how to effectively integrate math manipulatives in ways that truly support the program’s instructional design rather than simply adding “extra materials.”

Our session will provide practical strategies for using manipulatives intentionally within Amplify Math lessons to strengthen conceptual understanding, support struggling learners, and increase student engagement. Participants will explore how physical tools such as base-ten blocks, fraction models, number lines, counters, and area models can be used to bridge concrete, representational, and abstract thinking within Amplify’s problem-based framework.

The session will include classroom examples, model lesson segments, and opportunities for teachers to practice selecting and using manipulatives aligned to specific Amplify activities.
Participants will leave with ready-to-implement strategies for helping students make sense of mathematics through hands-on learning while maintaining fidelity to the Amplify program.
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Ann Fisher

4th grade teacher, Canyons School District
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Emily Weigel

Teacher, Canyons District
I’m a creative and engaged educator who loves designing meaningful, hands-on learning experiences for students. I also keep my community in mind while balancing classroom work, PBL projects, and STEAM advocacy efforts. At my core, I value curiosity, growth, and helping others find... Read More →
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2503
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Movement in the Classroom: New and Review
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2212
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will help guide the different types of movement you can add throughout your schedule. From burning energy to calming down, this session will help your students get into their best learning mindset.
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Meredith Dolny

Specialist
Chat with me about all things play and movement! Recess, PE, movement in your classroom--anything!
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2212
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Number Talks & the BFF Kit=A Perfect Match
FULL
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2303
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
We will be diving into Number Talks in lower and upper grades while taking a special look at the BFF Kit (required next year in our math block) components and implementing them in your classroom.
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Paige Martinez

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
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Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2303
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Performance Materials Reading Session
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
1119
Limited Capacity seats available
A reading session of performance materials for performing arts teachers from digital databases such as JWPepper and Drama Notebook (both of whom CSD has district contracts with).
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J.P. Kentros

Arts Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
1119
  Instructional Design & Planning

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
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Amy Hansen

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

1:50pm MDT

Science of Reading- Cracking the Code: Phonics
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2410
Limited Capacity seats available
Phonics is the bridge between the sounds of our speech and the symbols on the page. We will dive into systematic approaches for mapping phonemes to graphemes, ensuring students have the tools to translate their spoken vocabulary into reading mastery. Discover how to make decoding feel like a "lightbulb moment" rather than a chore.
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Michele Edem

Special Education Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:50pm MDT

Universal Design in Elementary School
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2414
Limited Capacity seats available
We will introduce Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles with examples of how to integrate them in to the elementary school classroom.
Presenter
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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 →
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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
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2218
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
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Rachelle Pease

Instructional Coach
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Heidi Vincent

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

1:50pm MDT

Motivating Students Through Choice, Rewards, and Recognition
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2307
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will empower participants to motivate their students through relevant examples of STUDENT CHOICE through choice boards in Google Docs/Google Slides, REWARDS through tracker charts in Google Docs, and RECOGNITION through badges and certificates in Canva. Presenters will show several examples and allow attendees to make copies of resources that could be utilized in the elementary classroom. Come away from this session with new ideas and ready-to-use materials!
Presenter
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Stephanie Glover

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Stephanie Glover is an Instructional Coach at Altara Elementary.  She has been working in the field of education since 2007 in various positions such as an Elementary Ed Tech Coach as well as a 2nd-5th grade teacher.  In 2007, Stephanie earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary... Read More →
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Tami Dautel

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2307
  Safe & Supportive Environment

1:50pm MDT

The Motivation Barrier
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2416
Limited Capacity seats available
In the past, extrinsic motivators helped students succeed in school. The challenge today is developing strong intrinsic motivation in students. By focusing on Challenge, Autonomy, and Relationships, teachers may be able to start to tear down motivation barriers.
Presenter
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Bradley Moss

ISD Specialist, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2416
  Safe & Supportive Environment

1:50pm MDT

High Yield Strategies to Support all Learners
OPEN SEATS
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2507
Limited Capacity seats available
We will present on two strategies- Co-craft questions and QSSSA. We will also talk about assessments adaptions for ML students. Same rigor- different format.
Presenter
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Sara Leonard

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
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Kaitlin Portzline

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
2507
  Student Supports (MTSS)

1:50pm MDT

Unlock the potential of inclusive education by mastering the art of mainstreaming
Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
3416
Unlock the potential of inclusive education by mastering the art of mainstreaming. This session provides general and special educators with practical strategies to successfully integrate students with IEPs into the general education setting. Participants will explore collaborative teaching models, methods for differentiating instruction, and ways to foster a welcoming classroom culture that benefits all learners. Join us to learn how to move beyond compliance to create a truly supportive environment where diverse learners can thrive academically and socially.
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Bethany Baker

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District Special Education Dept

Tuesday June 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm MDT
3416
  Student Supports (MTSS)
 
Wednesday, June 3
 

9:10am MDT

Data Dashboard 1.0
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3503
Limited Capacity seats available
This will be an introduction on how to log in to Data Dashboard, dive into class data, look at specific student profiles, and record discipline and more that is under the umbrella under the basics of Data Dashboard.
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Anne Clyde

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
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Kesha Prince

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Dream, Believe, Dare, Do!
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3503
  Data-Based Decision Making

9:10am MDT

Safe and Successful Creative Movement
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2511
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore practical strategies for using creative movement as an instructional tool in elementary classrooms. This session introduces routines, games, and management techniques that help channel students’ energy into focused, safe learning experiences. Participants will practice simple movement approaches that support academic concepts while building physical awareness, spatial safety, and positive expression. Leave with curriculum‑connected lessons—including examples integrated with Wonders—that use creative movement to enhance and enrich classroom learning.
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Mindy Curtis

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Dr. Mindy Curtis has been teaching, writing, devising, directing, choreographing, and producing in theatres, schools, and non-profit venues across the U.S. for decades. Her educational and theatrical work has consistently explored the power of content integration, collaborative creation... Read More →
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Nicole Lopez

BTS Drama Teacher
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2511
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:10am MDT

Science of Reading- A World of Words: Vocabulary
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2410
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
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Lauren Watkins

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

9:10am MDT

Strategies for Engagement with Arts Integration
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2307
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will share and apply arts integration strategies for all classroom teachers. It will connect you with ready-to-use strategies that can provided high level engagement strategies for student learning. We will explore how to use Arts Integration as a tool for assessment, allowing students to demonstrate competency through visual, performing, and media arts. Participants will also learn how to bridge their classroom to the professional world via BTS Arts Coaches, Artists in Residence, and POPS resources.
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Jamie Workman

K-12 Arts Specialist/ BTS Arts Specialist, Utah State Board of Education
Jamie Workman brings a bold mix of experience and creativity to her role at the Utah State Board of Education, where she supports the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program. A Westminster University alum, Jamie started her career teaching in South Korea.  When she returned... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2307
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:10am MDT

The Magic of Math Making Math Concepts Tangible
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2313
Limited Capacity seats available
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.
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Cindy Rowley

instructional coach, Canyons School District
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Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2313
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:10am MDT

You Can Do This: Practical Art and Music Integration Through Children's Literature
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2501
Limited Capacity seats available
Want to bring the benefits of music and visual art into your elementary classroom, but feel unsure of where to begin? You aren't alone! This hands-on session breaks down the barriers to arts integration for general elementary educators by using a familiar and beloved tool: children's literature. In a supportive, scaffolded environment, we will explore:
--Simple, engaging activities inspired by picture books that require no prior musical or artistic training.
--Practical tips for seamlessly connecting visual art, music, and literacy to your existing core curriculum.
--Proven strategies to build your own creative confidence while boosting student engagement.
Leave feeling equipped and empowered to make the arts a regular, stress-free part of your classroom day!
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Sherise Longhurst

BTS Music Specialist
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Cassie Walker

BTS Art Teacher, Lone Peak Elementary
Cassie Walker is an art educator with over 11 years of teaching experience. She currently works as a BTS Arts teacher in Canyons School District, where she has taught for the past nine years. Cassie has an MA in arts education and a BS in elementary education. Before her current role... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2501
  Instructional Design & Planning

9:10am MDT

Movement in Math
FILLING
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2212
Limited Capacity filling up
We're going to show ways to get students moving during the math block in elementary classes through active engagment.
Presenter
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Meredith Dolny

Specialist
Chat with me about all things play and movement! Recess, PE, movement in your classroom--anything!
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Shannon Saltzsieder

Second Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2212
  Instructional Priorities

9:10am MDT

Structured Classroom Discussion in the Younger Grades
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2509
Limited Capacity seats available
We will be presenting on how you can setup Structured Classroom Discussion in progression to go from partner talk to socratic seminar
Presenter
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LaNae Goates

instructional coach, Canyons School District
This is my 23rd year in education.  I have taught 2nd-6th grade at the elementary level.  I have been an instructional coach for 14 years. I have my Reading, Math, ESL, Coaching, EdTech, and K-12 Literacy Specialist Endorsement.  I am also LETRS Certified.  I worked for 4 years... Read More →
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Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2509
  Instructional Priorities

9:10am MDT

The journey from Spoon-feeding to Chopsticks: Using Rigor and Quality Interactions
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3511
Limited Capacity seats available
Quality Interactions paired with maintaining rigor is key to learning.
Presenter
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Courtney Long

Principal
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3511
  Instructional Priorities

9:10am MDT

Assistive Technology Sandbox: Hands-On Exploration
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2305
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will be structured as an Assistive Technology Sandbox, where participants rotate through short, hands-on stations to explore tools that support student access, communication, and independence. Each station will feature a brief overview, quick demonstration, and time to interact with the technology while considering real classroom scenarios.

The sandbox format encourages participants to experiment with tools in a low-pressure environment, helping build familiarity and confidence with assistive technology. By the end of the session, participants will have explored several AT options and identified tools or strategies they may want to try in their own classrooms.
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Michaela Ball

Teacher & AT/AAC Specialist, Canyons School District
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Michele Edem

Special Education Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2305
  Instructional Tools & Technology

9:10am MDT

Boost Your Efficiency: Teacher Hacks and Shortcuts
FILLING
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2505
Limited Capacity filling up

Back by popular demand! 😎

Ready to work smarter, not harder? Join us for a fast-paced session packed with practical tech tips across Outlook, Google Workspace, Canvas, Apple, Notability, and beyond. These basic, easy-to-implement strategies will help you streamline your workflow, save time, and simplify your day — starting immediately.
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Nicole Rudes

6th Grade Math Teacher, Canyons School District
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Michelle Hall

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2505
  Instructional Tools & Technology

9:10am MDT

Determining Your Reality While Giving Yourself Compassion
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3412
Limited Capacity seats available
How do you feel about your teaching right now? How do you make sure you know what's happening, while also being gracious to yourself.
Presenter
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Rachel Marshall

Instructional Specialist, Canyons District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3412
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

9:10am MDT

How to Support Healthy Conflict in a Team
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2218
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn about the differences between healthy and unhealthy conflict, why conflict is scary, how to facilitate healthy conflict in a team, and how to respond to unhealthy conflict.
Presenter
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Julie Butler

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
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Leigh Ann Fisher

teacher specialist, Canyons District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2218
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

9:10am MDT

Anti-Scam Academy
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3410
Limited Capacity seats available
This session moves beyond basic digital safety checklists to teach students the crucial skill of healthy skepticism. We will introduce "Anti-Scam Academy" resources, which implement Civic Online reasoning's Three Questions. These questions help more students from being vulnerable to online manipulation to being information investigators. Resourcs available for all grades levels (K-12) . Let's teach students to be smarter than the bots, influencers, and algorithms that exist to trick them!
Presenter
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Gretchen Zaitzeff

District library media specialist, Canyons School District
As co-lead of the Utah Information, News, and Media Literacy Collaborative, Gretchen Zaitzeff brings a strong background in fostering critical media engagement and empowering educators to integrate information, news, and media literacy across the curriculum. She works as the District... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
3410
  Safe & Supportive Environment

9:10am MDT

Don't Rain on the Rigor: Ditch the "Just-in Case" Umbrella
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 9:10am - 10:10am MDT
2412
Limited Capacity seats available
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
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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)

10:20am MDT

The Evidence of "Aha!": Capturing Deeper Thinking in Amplify
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2412
Limited Capacity seats available
How do we know when students are truly getting it—beyond just producing the correct answer? As we move toward full implementation of Amplify, this session explores how teachers can recognize and capture the evidence of deep thinking that happens during instruction—not just at the end of it. Participants will briefly explore Amplify’s formative assessment tools, then shift into the heart of the work: making student thinking visible through models, discourse, and strategic questioning. Through real classroom examples, we will highlight how teachers use student work and conversation as powerful informal data sources to guide instruction in the moment. Educators will leave with a clear lens for identifying rigorous thinking and practical strategies for elevating and responding to student thinking every day.
Presenter
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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 →
HS

Hannah Seguin

3rd Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2412
  Data-Based Decision Making

10:20am MDT

Class of ’86: A Pedagogical Time-Warp to the Future of Learning
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2313
Limited Capacity seats available
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
AM
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2313
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:20am MDT

Connecting Math to the Real World Through 3 Act Math Tasks
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2414
Limited Capacity seats available
Attendees will learn how to bring highly engaging real world math problems into their classroom using the 3 Act Math Tasks from the BFF kit. This is our presentation from last year: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17UVBP3NckJawuaPEYydpDGGtJkTOBcP9KxyS1bkPVNU/edit?usp=sharing
Presenter
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Maria Guizar

Coach, Canyons School District
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Senja Merrill

Instructional Coach
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2414
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:20am MDT

Safe and Successful Creative Movement
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2511
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore practical strategies for using creative movement as an instructional tool in elementary classrooms. This session introduces routines, games, and management techniques that help channel students’ energy into focused, safe learning experiences. Participants will practice simple movement approaches that support academic concepts while building physical awareness, spatial safety, and positive expression. Leave with curriculum‑connected lessons—including examples integrated with Wonders—that use creative movement to enhance and enrich classroom learning.
Presenter
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Mindy Curtis

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Dr. Mindy Curtis has been teaching, writing, devising, directing, choreographing, and producing in theatres, schools, and non-profit venues across the U.S. for decades. Her educational and theatrical work has consistently explored the power of content integration, collaborative creation... Read More →
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Nicole Lopez

BTS Drama Teacher
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2511
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:20am MDT

Science of Reading- Beyond the Page: Comprehension
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2410
Limited Capacity seats available
Comprehension is the ultimate goal of reading. This session explores how background knowledge and oral language skills synthesize to create deep meaning. Discover how to move beyond basic recall and teach students to engage in high-level discourse that fosters critical thinking.
Presenter
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Bernice Allen

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:20am MDT

Want the Perfect Lesson? Tell a Story.
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2416
Limited Capacity seats available
Science tells us that we think in stories, remember in stories, and make meaning of our experiences through stories. Students connect to the story structure in media and games they consume. Teachers can harness the power of narrative structure to build engaging lessons. Come explore what conflict, rising action, and resolution look like through an educator's lens and discover how story structure can help you build compelling and rigorous instruction.
Presenter
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Bradley Moss

ISD Specialist, Canyons School District
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Shawnda Moss

Evaluations Specialist; APPEL Program Director
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2416
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:20am MDT

You Can Do This: Practical Art and Music Integration Through Children's Literature
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2501
Limited Capacity seats available
Want to bring the benefits of music and visual art into your elementary classroom, but feel unsure of where to begin? You aren't alone! This hands-on session breaks down the barriers to arts integration for general elementary educators by using a familiar and beloved tool: children's literature. In a supportive, scaffolded environment, we will explore:
--Simple, engaging activities inspired by picture books that require no prior musical or artistic training.
--Practical tips for seamlessly connecting visual art, music, and literacy to your existing core curriculum.
--Proven strategies to build your own creative confidence while boosting student engagement.
Leave feeling equipped and empowered to make the arts a regular, stress-free part of your classroom day!
Presenter
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Sherise Longhurst

BTS Music Specialist
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Cassie Walker

BTS Art Teacher, Lone Peak Elementary
Cassie Walker is an art educator with over 11 years of teaching experience. She currently works as a BTS Arts teacher in Canyons School District, where she has taught for the past nine years. Cassie has an MA in arts education and a BS in elementary education. Before her current role... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2501
  Instructional Design & Planning

10:20am MDT

Movement in Math
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2212
Limited Capacity seats available
We're going to show ways to get students moving during the math block in elementary classes through active engagment.
Presenter
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Meredith Dolny

Specialist
Chat with me about all things play and movement! Recess, PE, movement in your classroom--anything!
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Shannon Saltzsieder

Second Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2212
  Instructional Priorities

10:20am MDT

Boost Your Efficiency: Teacher Hacks and Shortcuts
FULL
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2505
Limited Capacity full
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Ready to work smarter, not harder? Join us for a fast-paced session packed with practical tech tips across Outlook, Google Workspace, Canvas, Apple, Notability, and beyond. These basic, easy-to-implement strategies will help you streamline your workflow, save time, and simplify your day — starting immediately.
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Nicole Rudes

6th Grade Math Teacher, Canyons School District
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Michelle Hall

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2505
  Instructional Tools & Technology

10:20am MDT

Click, Create, Share! Canva Banners for Beginners
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2503
Limited Capacity seats available
Step by step tutorial on how to make a banner in canva to use for your parent square messages.
Presenter
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Megan White

Teacher, Canyons School District
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Annie Nixon

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2503
  Instructional Tools & Technology

10:20am MDT

Qmlativ for Elementary Teachers
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2216
This session prepares elementary teachers to confidently begin the school year using Qmlativ Student. Participants will explore essential daily workflows, including taking attendance, creating and managing seating charts, and using the gradebook. The session will also highlight new features and updates that streamline teacher workflows and improve access to data.
Presenter
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Camille Cole

Instructional Technology Specialist, Canyons School District
Camille Cole is an Instructional Technology Specialist for Canyons School District, where she supports educators in developing innovative digital teaching and learning practices. In her role, she leads professional learning, instructional design, and technology integration initiatives... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2216
  Instructional Tools & Technology

10:20am MDT

Maximize Your Growth: Leveraging the Coaching Cycle for Student Impact (and earn USBE credit)
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2218
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn about how a Coaching Cycle is personalized professional learning with the purpose of increasing teacher skills and student outcomes. All teachers have access to coaching and some teachers can choose to engage in a deep coaching cycle to improve their instruction and earn USBE credit at the same time.
Presenter
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Julie Butler

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2218
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

10:20am MDT

Once Upon a Media Message: Picture Books as a Portal to Media Literacy
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
3410
Limited Capacity seats available
This session showcases how media-literacy themed picture books can be a powerful tools for teaching essential media literacy dispositions, knowledge, and skills to learners of all ages. Educators will learn how to select and use picture books that spark inquiry, promote critical thinking, and encourage discussions about how media shapes our understanding of the information landscape. Participants will explore how themes such as triggers, news, misinformation, and representation are made accessible through engaging stories and illustrations. Strategies for adapting these books to different grade levels and collaborating with school librarians will be shared. Attendees will leave with practical ideas and resources to support students in becoming reflective, responsible, and media-savvy learners across the K-12 spectrum.
Presenter
avatar for Gretchen Zaitzeff

Gretchen Zaitzeff

District library media specialist, Canyons School District
As co-lead of the Utah Information, News, and Media Literacy Collaborative, Gretchen Zaitzeff brings a strong background in fostering critical media engagement and empowering educators to integrate information, news, and media literacy across the curriculum. She works as the District... Read More →
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
3410
  Safe & Supportive Environment

10:20am MDT

Purposeful Movement Without Chaos: Defining “Look Fors” and Leveraging AI to Support Classroom Practice
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2305
Limited Capacity seats available
Session Description (for program or invite)
This interactive 60-minute workshop supports teachers in integrating purposeful student movement into instruction—without sacrificing clarity, safety, or learning focus. Participants will explore how clearly defined “look fors” (observable student behaviors and conditions) create structure for movement-rich classrooms. Through collaborative scenarios and guided practice, teachers will develop and refine their own look fors for a variety of movement opportunities. The session also applies these guidelines within the Magic School AI tools as a support for planning, refining, and adapting movement routines for diverse classroom contexts.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of the session, participants will:
Define purposeful movement vs. unstructured activity
Identify and articulate clear, observable “look fors” for student movement
Practice designing look fors across multiple instructional scenarios
Use generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to generate, refine, and adapt movement strategies
Establish norms and routines that support safe, efficient movement
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
2305
  Safe & Supportive Environment

10:20am MDT

More Than Just Presence: The General Educator’s Role in the IEP Process
Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
3416
Do you know your role in the IEP process? This session outlines the crucial contributions general education teachers bring to the IEP table, including data collection, implementing modifications, and supporting student success in the inclusive classroom. Participants will learn how to turn legally required attendance into meaningful collaboration, ensuring students with disabilities thrive in the general education curriculum.
Presenter
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Bethany Baker

Teacher Specialist, Canyons School District Special Education Dept

Wednesday June 3, 2026 10:20am - 11:20am MDT
3416
  Student Supports (MTSS)

1:45pm MDT

Data is a four letter word: Collecting data in non-testing environments
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2416
Limited Capacity seats available
Teachers know that data helps them understand their students' progress and plan for instruction. However, teachers who work in classes that do not have standardized tests sometimes struggle in collecting student data. Let us help you prep for your next CTESS cycle or simply help you better understand by using your current assignments and activities as the basis of formal data collection.
Presenter
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Bradley Moss

ISD Specialist, Canyons School District
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Shawnda Moss

Evaluations Specialist; APPEL Program Director
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2416
  Data-Based Decision Making

1:45pm MDT

Using AI to create Assessments
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2511
Limited Capacity seats available
We will use Magic AI and other AI platforms to help teachers create rigorous assessments connected to standards to prepare students for RISE assessments.
Presenter
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Tricia Ellison

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
SM

Sara McBee

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2511
  Data-Based Decision Making

1:45pm MDT

Beyond the Lesson: SEL Integration
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2505
Limited Capacity seats available
Attendees will learn how to extend Thrive Time lessons and integrate social emotional learning strategies and topics throughout the school day.
Presenter
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Allie Teller

Elementary School Counseling Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2505
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:45pm MDT

Extracting Fundamental Skills from Performance Repertoire
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2501
Limited Capacity seats available
In the session "Extracting Fundamental Skills from Performance Repertoire," we will explore methods of how to systematically identify and teach specific skills through the performance materials that we as teachers select. The session also includes guided collaboration time where you will work with colleagues to apply these strategies to your own repertoire choices.
Presenter
SL

Sherise Longhurst

BTS Music Specialist
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J.P. Kentros

Arts Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2501
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:45pm MDT

Nature by Design: Arts-Integrated Connections on Animal Adaptations, Environments, and Landscapes.”
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2410
Limited Capacity seats available
When science is taught through hands-on, standards-based art projects, student engagement is at its highest and concepts are better retained. This class will explore connections between elementary scientific concepts and visual art practices focusing on animal adaptations, environments, and weathering; alongside art concepts such as: landscapes, texture, and paper folding. Attendees will also learn skills to create and adapt future arts-integrated lessons and projects of their own.
Presenter
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Melinda Van De Graaff

BTS Elementary Educator
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2410
  Instructional Design & Planning

1:45pm MDT

From Chaos to Conversation 101: Structuring Classroom Talk
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2503
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is geared towards new teachers, teachers who are struggling to implement structured classroom discussion, or those that just need a refresher in best practices. We will be focusing on four main components of discussion in our classrooms, and how to ensure student accountability for conversation.
Presenter
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Kristen Baird

Instructional coach
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Annie Nixon

Instructional Coach, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2503
  Instructional Priorities

1:45pm MDT

From Struggle to Strength: Helping Students Do the Heavy Lifting with Amplify Desmos Math Tasks
FILLING
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2412
Limited Capacity filling up
In a weight room, the best spotters know exactly when to step in and when to let the athlete do the work. Teaching with Amplify is no different! As we prepare for full implementation next year, join us to explore the "heavy lifting" students need to do to truly grow. We’ll bridge the gap between the pedagogical research (the "why") and real-world classroom evidence of students building confidence by tackling challenges head-on (the "how"). You’ll leave with a clear map for moving from "helper" to "facilitator" and strategies to help your students take ownership of their own learning journey.
Presenter
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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 →
HS

Hannah Seguin

3rd Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2412
  Instructional Priorities

1:45pm MDT

Optimizing your workflow with Google Sheets, Skyward, Canvas, and Outlook
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2218
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation would go over tips and tricks about how to better use things such as Skyward, Canvas, and Outlook, with things such as how to develop rules to automatically sort emails, how to set up Nightly Sync in Canvas, how to get attendance reports, how to email and print progress reports and missing assignment lists, downloading and uploading XLSX files and analyzing data, etc.
Presenter
AS

Amanda Slaughter

ELA Teacher
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2218
  Instructional Tools & Technology

1:45pm MDT

Scrible
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2313
Limited Capacity seats available
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
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Margaret Johnston

5th Grade Teacher, Canyons School District
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Oaklie Gallagher

teacher, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2313
  Instructional Tools & Technology

1:45pm MDT

You ARE Making a Difference
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
3412
Do you feel like you are the only one in your grade level/PLC/school implementing or promoting best practices? Are you wanting to help shift mindsets among your peers? In this session we will talk about 5 things YOU can do to become an effective change agent in your school to help shift instructional practices.
Presenter
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Allison Duncan

Math Goddess, Canyons District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
3412
  Professional Learning & Educator Growth

1:45pm MDT

Admin Approved: Engagement Strategies Your Principal Likes!
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2212
Limited Capacity seats available
Come learn engagement strategies that are tested and approved by CSD administrators!
Presenter
avatar for Meredith Dolny

Meredith Dolny

Specialist
Chat with me about all things play and movement! Recess, PE, movement in your classroom--anything!
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2212
  Safe & Supportive Environment

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
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Jonathan Stewart

DTL Specialist, Canyons School District
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 →
MB

Michaela Ball

Teacher & AT/AAC Specialist, Canyons School District
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2406
  Student Supports (MTSS)

1:45pm MDT

Supporting ML Students in Math Instruction
OPEN SEATS
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2414
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop will focus on integrating high yield instructional strategies in the diverse ML math classroom, including cooperative learning, asset based instructional strategies, and QTEL strategies. It will focus on simple integration of these while still maintaining rigor and pace with strategies that implement whole brain teaching and Kagan structures to maintain high engagement in the math classroom.
Presenter
LB
Wednesday June 3, 2026 1:45pm - 3:00pm MDT
2414
  Student Supports (MTSS)
 

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