Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference

10:00am CDT

Professionalism for Educators

This session covers various laws, codes, and policies that are necessary for educators to be successful. This workshop will provide knowledge on how to best navigate various situations as a professional, including social media.

Presenters

Nichole King

UniServ Director District 32, Alabama Education Association

Monday July 15, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 16

Level All Teachers, Administrators, Central Office, Counselors
Subject Professionalism

11:00am CDT

Accommodations vs. Modifications

This session will give examples of accommodations versus Modifications and review the differences between the two for special education students.

Presenters

Bridgett Creel

Resource Consultant, Central Office Staff

Amanda Russell

Behavior Consultant, Central Office Staff

Monday July 15, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 16

Level Special Education
Subject Data, Differentiation

12:00pm CDT

AI in Special Education

This session will review the new and upcoming technology of AI and how it can be utilized in the world of special education

Presenters

Amy H Kennedy

Resource Consultant, Central Office Staff

Monday July 15, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 16

Level All Teachers
Subject Technology

1:00pm CDT

Comprehensive Literacy Instruction for Students with Significant Disabilities

This session will provide instructional strategies, examples, and resources teachers can use to promote literacy (reaading and writing) for their students on Alabama Alternate Standards.

Presenters

Angelia Burgess

Resource Consultant, Central Office Staff

Shannon Park

Central Office Staff, Resource Consultant

Monday July 15, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 16

Level Special Education
Subject Reading

2:00pm CDT

Behavior is Communication

Participants will learn ways to pinpoint the need behind student behaviors as well as the visual strategies that assist students in functional communication

Presenters

Bridgett Creel

Resource Consultant, Central Office Staff

Monday July 15, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 16

Level All Teachers, Special Education
Subject Data, Differentiation

9:00am CDT

Setting Goals and Progress Monitoring with Star

In this session, educators will understand the importance of setting growth goals for students and its value. This session will also take a closer look at what type of goals to set for specific students. Lastly, educators will explore how to incorporate Star computer-adaptive assessments into their intervention practices.

Presenters

Kathi Reeves

Senior Consultant, Renaissance

Tuesday July 16, 2024 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Room 16

Level Administrators, All Teachers
Subject ELA, Math, Reading

10:00am CDT

Star Assessments: Using Data to Plan Targeted Instruction

At the conclusion of this session, educators will know how learning progressions can help when planning instruction. They will also better understand how recommended skills for
students are identified. Educators will have a chance to navigate the software to find skill
information and resources or their students. Then, they will have time to actually utilize the data and resources as tools for planning instruction.

Presenters

Kathi Reeves

Senior Consultant, Renaissance

Tuesday July 16, 2024 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 16

Level Administrators, All Teachers
Subject ELA, Math, Reading

11:00am CDT

Star Assessments: Measuring Growth and Achievement

The main focus of this session is to understand why it’s useful to look at growth data.
Educators will further explore how to categorize growth as low, typical, or high using SGP.
This session allows educators to take a deeper look at how to analyze growth and achievement data simultaneously to make instructional decisions.

Presenters

Kathi Reeves

Senior Consultant, Renaissance

Tuesday July 16, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 16

Level Administrators, All Teachers
Subject ELA, Math, Reading

1:00pm CDT

Deeper Data Dive and Actionables with Freckle Math and ELA

This session will focus on navigating key Freckle Math and ELA reports and exploring how can teachers use reports to identify student strengths and areas for improvement. Then, once they are able to identify strengths and areas of improvement, teachers will learn how to take strategic actions based on student data.

Presenters

Kathi Reeves

Senior Consultant, Renaissance

Tuesday July 16, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 16

Level Administrators, All Teachers
Subject ELA, Math, Reading

2:00pm CDT

Igniting the Flame: Harnessing the Power of English Learner (EL) Strategies

Harnessing the Power of English Learner strategies requires a multifaceted approach that acknowledges the diverse needs and backgrounds of students. Central to this endeavor is the cultivation of a supportive and inclusive learning environment where linguistic diversity is celebrated. Tailored instructional methods, such as differentiated instruction and scaffolding techniques, play a pivotal role in accommodating varying proficiency levels and learning styles. Equally important is the promotion of cultural competency among educators to ensure that English learners feel valued and understood. By embracing these strategies, we can empower English learners to unlock their full potential and succeed academically while fostering a sense of belonging in the classroom community.

Presenters