2026 Elevated Teaching Summit: Full Schedule

Vision

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

9:30am MDT

Learning for All: UDL in Elementary

Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT

2505

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

Presenter

Kat Nelson

Teacher Specialist: SPED, Canyons School District

Tuesday June 2, 2026 9:30am - 10:30am MDT
2505

Instructional Design & Planning

Content Area Special Education
Audience Elementary Teachers, Admin Staff, Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Admin
Instructional Priority WISR, Scaffolding

10:40am MDT

Trauma Informed Practices in Schools: Building Resilience

Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT

2505

Educators will realize the impact of childhood trauma, recognize what childhood trauma looks like and learn how to respond.

Presenter

BJ Weller

Assistant Principal, Canyons School District

BJ Weller, Ed.D., LCSW, is an Assistant Principal at Park Lane Elementary in Canyons School District. He began his career as a school social worker and school counselor in Granite School District, where he helped design a K–12 school counseling model focused on supporting the whole... Read More →

Chanci Loran

Assistant Director, Student Wellness Services, Canyons School District, Student Wellness Services

Chanci Loran is the mother of two amazing boys. She grew up in rural Montana and relocated to Salt Lake with her husband after teaching in Vancouver, Washington and Glendale, Arizona. Chanci’s background includes serving as a principal, assistant principal, adjunct instructor, data... Read More →

Tuesday June 2, 2026 10:40am - 11:40am MDT
2505

Safe & Supportive Environment