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Davidson County Schools Summer Symposium 2026
Tuesday, August 11
 

7:30am EDT

7:30am- Doors will open | Check-in will take place in the gymnasium commons area
Tuesday August 11, 2026 7:30am - 3:00pm EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 7:30am - 3:00pm EDT

8:00am EDT

8:00 - 8:50 Sessions (You may select one session to attend during the time slot)
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT

8:00am EDT

Navigating ECATS: From the Beginning -New EC Teachers (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1415
Limited Capacity seats available
During this session, participants will specifically cover the North Carolina educational system's onboarding flow, from NCEdCloud login to IEP management.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1415
  EC, EC New Teachers

8:00am EDT

Understanding Psychological and Educational Reports (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1414
Limited Capacity seats available
Making sense out of psychological and educational reports.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1414
  EC, K-12

8:00am EDT

Beyond the Search Bar: Bringing PBL, Research & Technology to Life (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1419
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us as we explore how Project-Based Learning, research, and technology can transform student engagement and deepen learning in K–5 classrooms. Discover practical strategies, collaborative ideas, and digital tools that help students investigate real-world problems, think critically, and create meaningful solutions. Walk away inspired with ready-to-use resources for your classroom! (Digital...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1419
  Elementary, K-5th Grade Teachers

8:00am EDT

Leveling Up PBIS: Game on for Positive Behavior (General CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1417
Limited Capacity seats available
Get ready to power up your schoolwide systems and take PBIS to the next level! This engaging session will highlight how to refresh and strengthen your PBIS framework to boost student behavior, increase staff consistency, and build a more positive school culture. Participants will explore practical strategies for reteaching expectations, increasing student engagement, and using data to drive...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1417
  Elementary, K-5th Grade Teachers

8:00am EDT

Differentiated Instruction CTE Style (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1416
Limited Capacity seats available
This summer session will focus on implementing differentiated instruction in CTE classrooms to meet the diverse academic, technical, and career readiness needs of all students. Participants will explore practical strategies for modifying content, process, and products to increase engagement, strengthen skill development, and support learner success in hands-on, career-focused settings. The session...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1416
  High School, CTE Teachers

8:00am EDT

From Data to Action (General CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1418
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session, participants will explore practical strategies to make PLCs more collaborative, student-centered, and results-driven. This session will focus on using data purposefully, strengthening team communication, and creating actionable systems that support student growth. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use tools and strategies to improve the effectiveness of their PLCs and student...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1418
  High School, High School Teachers

8:00am EDT

AI Updates (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
The AI landscape is evolving rapidly. Join us for a briefing on the most significant recent updates. This session moves beyond the basics to focus on new, high-impact tools and features designed to streamline instructional design and reduce administrative tasks.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1412
  K-12

8:00am EDT

Canva-tasic: Unlock Your New Classroom Superpowers! (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Think you know Canva? Think again! In this high-energy, "I-didn't-know-it-could-do-that" session, we’re moving way beyond basic posters and slide decks. We will dive into the newest 2026 Canva Education updates designed to give you back your most precious resource: time.From AI that builds your entire lesson plan in seconds to the brand-new Learn Grid for instant differentiation, this session is...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1413
  K-12, K-12 Teachers

8:00am EDT

"Growth, Planning and Success: A One Day Roadmap to Future Focused Learning" (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1420
Limited Capacity seats available
Desmos for middle school math. (Content CEU)

Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1420
  Middle School, 8th Grade & Math I Teachers

8:00am EDT

Kid's Classic to Challenging Material (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1421
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores the use of children’s literature (including picture books, comic strips, and cartoons) as tools to introduce, review, and re-engage middle grades students with ELA standards. Teachers will examine classroom-ready examples while learning how to identify, adapt, and implement children’s texts to support rigorous and engaging middle grades instruction.(Content CEU)

Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 8:50am EDT
Room #1421
  Middle School, 6th-8th Grade ELA Teachers

8:00am EDT

Multiple Measures Tool Training for School-Based MMT teams - 2 hour session (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1422
Limited Capacity seats available
This 2-hour session is specifically for members serving on your school's Multiple Measures Tool Team. In this session, you will learn more about this statewide alternative exit pathway for English Learners. You will receive an overview of the MMT process and learn how to serve as an MMT observer. We will walk through the team’s specific roles, streamline our collaboration steps, and ensure...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 8:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1422
  MMT Team Members (Inst. Coach & One Principal Appointed Staff Member

9:00am EDT

9:00-9:50 Sessions (You may select one session to attend during the time slot)
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT

9:00am EDT

Beyond the Behavior: Addressing SEL and Behavior Needs in the Classroom (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1414
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will take a look at what's happening beyond a student's behavior and how classroom teachers can help.  Come and learn to reframe your thoughts about behavior.  Participants will leave understanding that SEL instruction/support is your key to academic success with every child.  Core strategies to prevent behavior escalation and to support de-escalation will also be...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1414
  EC, EC Staff, K-12 Grade Teachers, BT's at all levels and new administrators

9:00am EDT

Start Strong: Building Routines and Expectations for a Successful School Year (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1415
Limited Capacity seats available
The beginning of the school year sets the tone for everything that follows, for every classroom. This session will equip teachers and staff with practical strategies to establish clear expectations, consistent routines, and structured environments that support success for all learners. While grounded in proven practices from special education, these strategies are effective across general and...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1415
  EC, EC Classrooms & Elementary Classrooms

9:00am EDT

Extending Learning: Differentiation for Depth, Complexity and Creativity (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1417
Limited Capacity seats available
Need fresh ways to challenge advanced learners? This session highlights a variety of practical differentiation strategies that promote deeper understanding, critical thinking, and creative responses across content areas. Participants will leave with a collection of ready-to-use ideas and adaptable tools to support advanced learners within everyday instruction.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1417
  Elementary, K-5th Grade Teachers

9:00am EDT

Math that Measures Up (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1418
Limited Capacity seats available
Go beyond surface-level alignment! In this workshop, teachers will learn how to break down math standards to uncover exactly what students need to know and do—and how to match problems that truly align. Walk away with practical strategies to ensure your instruction measures up.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1418
  Elementary, 3rd-5th Grade Teachers

9:00am EDT

Your LETRS Journey Starts Here: Building the Foundation for Strong Readers (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1419
Limited Capacity seats available
New to LETRS? This session is your starting point. We’ll unpack what LETRS is, why it matters, and how it will support your literacy instruction all year long. You’ll get a clear overview of the structure, expectations, and key learning you’ll experience, plus practical ways to connect LETRS to your everyday teaching. Whether you’re feeling excited or unsure, this session will set you up...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1419
  Elementary, Elem Teachers New to LETRS PD

9:00am EDT

Best Practices for the Biology Classroom Aligned with New Standards (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1420
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us for an engaging and practical session on “Best Biology Practices,” designed to empower educators with the tools and strategies needed to maximize student success in today’s learning environment. This session will focus on preparing students for technology-enhanced exam questions, ensuring they are confident and capable when navigating digital assessments. Discover how data-driven...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1420
  High School, High School Biology Teachers

9:00am EDT

Navigating NCCTE Admin: Streamlining CTE Testing & Data (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1416
Limited Capacity seats available
This hands-on session is designed for Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers and CDCs to build proficiency in the NCCTE Admin Platform. Participants will learn how to navigate the system to verify student enrollment, confirm accommodations, and access vital instructional resources. This workshop focuses on ensuring data accuracy for teacher effectiveness and streamlining the pre- and...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1416
  High School, CTE Teachers

9:00am EDT

Purposeful Tech: Making Screen Time Count. (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
Not every task needs a device—and that’s okay. This session helps teachers make intentional decisions about when and how to use technology to support learning. Through practical classroom examples and guided practice with Adobe Express, participants will explore strategies that increase engagement, amplify student voice, and make learning visible.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1412
  K-12, K-12 Teachers

9:00am EDT

Teaching with Promethean (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Don't worry about which ActivPanel you have in your classroom! In this session, we will focus on skills and techniques to utilize your Promethean ActivPanel on a daily basis.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1413
  K-12, K-12

9:00am EDT

Engagement Drives an Avalanche! (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1421
Limited Capacity seats available
This professional learning session will focus on practical strategies for increasing student engagement within the classroom.  We will discuss ways to engage your students in an ELA and Math setting.  Be encouraged to use ideas and strategies as well as discuss ideas and strategies that may work within the classroom.  Participants will leave the session with ready-to-use strategies...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 9:00am - 9:50am EDT
Room #1421
  Middle School, 6th-8th Grade Teachers

10:00am EDT

10:00 - 10:50 Sessions (You may select one session to attend during the time slot)
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT

10:00am EDT

The Power of Relationships: Reaching Every Learner Through Connection, Consistency and Care (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1415
Limited Capacity seats available
Strong relationships are the foundation of student success. When students feel seen, valued, and supported, they are more engaged, motivated, and ready to learn. This session will focus on practical strategies educators can use to intentionally build meaningful relationships with students while creating a structured, supportive classroom environment where all learners can thrive. Participants will...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1415
  EC, EC K-12 Staff

10:00am EDT

"Level Up Literacy: Rotations for Every Reader" (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1417
Limited Capacity seats available
Bring your literacy block to life with station rotations that keep students reading, writing, and talking with purpose. This session shares practical, grade-level ideas you can use right away to strengthen engagement and differentiation.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1417
  Elementary, K-5th Grade Teachers

10:00am EDT

From Text to Transformation: Bringing Third Grade Knowledge Building Units to Life (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1419
Limited Capacity seats available
What does it look like when students truly learn through reading? In this session, we’ll dive into our third-grade knowledge-building units and explore how they are designed to deepen comprehension, build vocabulary, and connect ideas across texts. You’ll hear directly from teachers who have taught these units, what worked, what they learned, and how students responded. Walk away with...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1419
  Elementary, 3rd Grade Teacher

10:00am EDT

Thinking Groups in Math: Activity that Makes Students Think (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1418
Limited Capacity seats available
Ready to energize your math block and get students truly thinking? This session, inspired by Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl, will show you how to transform your classroom into a space where curiosity, collaboration, and problem-solving thrive.Thinking Groups is an activity that aligns with every math standard and grade level and can be implemented at the beginning,...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1418
  Elementary, K-5th Grade Teachers

10:00am EDT

CRTL + Think: Building AI Fluency in K-12 Classrooms (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Move beyond basic AI tool awareness toward practical AI fluency by exploring what AI fluency means for educators and students, critically evaluating AI outputs, practicing prompt iteration, and reflecting on classroom implications.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1413
  K-12, K-12

10:00am EDT

Design to Data: Creating Effective Assessments in Schoolnet (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1414
Limited Capacity seats available
This hands-on session guides educators through the process of designing, building, and refining assessments using Schoolnet. Participants will learn how to create a test from scratch, align items to standards, and leverage existing item banks to develop rigorous, standards-based assessments. The session will also explore how to modify assessments by editing questions and adjusting settings.By the...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1414
  K-12, K-12

10:00am EDT

Making Learning Engaging with Voice & Choice (Digital Content)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
Step into your students’ shoes and experience voice and choice firsthand. In this fast-paced, interactive session, you’ll explore creative ways—both digital and low-tech—to give students meaningful options in how they learn and show what they know.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1412
  K-12, 3rd-12th Grade Teachers

10:00am EDT

Igniting Futures: Activating the EY30 Career Exploration Curriculum in Middle School (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1416
Limited Capacity seats available
This fast-paced interactive workshop is designed for middle school CTE teachers implementing the NCDPI EY30 Career Explorations course. As students in grades 6-8 navigate identity and decision-making, this session will focus on transforming traditional career education into immersive, hands-on learning experiences.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1416
  Middle School, CTE Teachers

10:00am EDT

Making Interactive Notebooks Work in Middle Grade Science (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1420
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session, teachers will learn how to use interactive notebooks to help students stay organized, engaged, and accountable for their learning. I’ll walk through how I structure notebooks in my classroom, including using a table of contents and documenting daily activities so students build a complete record of their learning.We'll also look at how notebooks can help students think and work...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1420
  Middle School, 6th-8th Grade Science Teachers

10:00am EDT

Plan it. Teach it. Adjust it. Repeat: Igniting Growth Through a Data-Driven Response (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1421
Limited Capacity seats available
Future-focused classrooms require more than good plans—they require responsive teaching. In this session, participants will dive into a repeatable instructional cycle that connects data, planning, and student outcomes in meaningful ways. Learn how to quickly analyze student performance, design targeted instruction, and adjust to meet the needs of all learners, including those in inclusion...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Room #1421
  Middle-High School, 6th - 12th Grade Teachers

10:50am EDT

Lunch - Own Your Own (11:00-12:00)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:50am - 12:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available

Tuesday August 11, 2026 10:50am - 12:00pm EDT

12:00pm EDT

12:00 - 12:50 Sessions (You may select one session to attend during the time slot)
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT

12:00pm EDT

"Rockin' the Transition Plan: Indicator 13 Edition" (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1415
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us for an engaging and practical professional development session focused on mastering Indicator 13 monitoring and creating compliant, meaningful transition plans for students. Participants will gain a clear understanding of Indicator 13 requirements, common compliance errors, and best practices for developing high-quality transition components within the IEP.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1415
  EC, 6th-12th Grade Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Cracking the Code: Best Practices Word Problems (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1417
Limited Capacity seats available
A practical, engaging PD session designed to help teachers strengthen students’ problem-solving skills with clear routines, visual models, and language supports.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1417
  Elementary, K-5th Grade Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Launching Learning: Inside the New Fourth Grade Knowledge-Building Units (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1419
Limited Capacity seats available
A practical, engaging PD session designed to help teachers strengthen students’ problem-solving skills with clear routines, visual models, and language supports.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1419
  Elementary, 4th Grade Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Navigating CS10: Launching Your Introduction to Computer Science Course (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1416
Limited Capacity seats available
Designed for high school educators launching the NCDPI CS10 Introduction to Computer Science course, this fast-paced session provides a strategic overview of the course framework, key resources, and essential pedagogical approaches.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1416
  High School, CTE Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Building Data Walls That Drive Instruction (General CEU0
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
Data walls should do more than display scores, they should drive decisions. In this session, participants will learn how to design and build effective data walls that make student learning visible and actionable. We’ll explore how to organize data, track growth over time, and use visual systems to identify trends, group students, and support goal setting. Examples will include digital data walls...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1412
  K-12, K-12

12:00pm EDT

Understand and Supporting the Social and Emotional Needs of Gifted Children (General CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1418
Limited Capacity seats available
Have you ever worked with a gifted child, and the experience was not a ¨gift¨?  Teaching gifted students is not as easy as many think.  During this session, we will explore the different learner profiles of gifted students.  We will also discuss the special social and emotional needs of gifted students.  Strategies for supporting gifted students and their families through...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1418
  K-12, K-12 Grade Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Vibes to Variables: Using AI Coding to Deepen Scientific Modeling (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Use Vibe Coding to experience how learners can simulate phenomena that are difficult to observe directly—such as ecosystems, motion, or energy transfer—while focusing on relationships between variables and systems. Participants will engage in hands-on modeling tasks that emphasize iteration, prediction, and sensemaking. Discover how coding-based models can move beyond static worksheets to...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1413
  K-12

12:00pm EDT

Data Conversations That Matter: Improving Teaching and PLC Outcomes (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1414
Limited Capacity seats available
This session examines how PLCs use data to improve instruction. Participants will explore RED, GREEN, and BLUE PLCs to reflect on current practices and identify next steps. Educators will consider how assessments, learning supports, and language supports align to a central focus and monitor student learning.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1414
  Middle-High School, 6th - 12th Grade Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Making Math Accessible to ALL: Desmos (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1420
Limited Capacity seats available
Desmos is more than an online calculator. It is an amazing learning tool that can help unlock critical thinking and exploration for students. See why Desmos is not a shortcut or “cheat” but a way to engage learners and level the playing field for all.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1420
  Middle-High School, 8th-12th Grade Math Teachers

12:00pm EDT

Small Group Instruction in the ELA Classroom: Differentiation Strategies That Work (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1421
Limited Capacity seats available
This interactive professional development session explores evidence-based approaches to implementing small group instruction in secondary ELA classrooms. Participants will discover practical strategies for organizing, managing, and maximizing the effectiveness of small groups to meet diverse student needs while maintaining classroom momentum.Participants will:Learn frameworks for purposeful...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm EDT
Room #1421
  Middle-High School, 6th-12th Grade ELA Teachers

1:00pm EDT

1:00 - 1:50 Sessions (You may select one session to attend during the time slot)
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT

1:00pm EDT

ASD in Action (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1414
Limited Capacity seats available
Empower your practice with our hands-on professional development opportunity focused on supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Designed for all school staff, this interactive training blends evidence-based practices with real-world application. Attendees will actively participate in demonstrations, activities, and collaborative problem-solving, and will leave equipped with ready-to-use...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1414
  EC, EC K-12 Staff

1:00pm EDT

Making the Call: Data-Driven Decisions for Alternate Assessment and Adapted Curriculum (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Determining whether a student should participate in the alternate assessment and access the adapted curriculum requires thoughtful, data-driven decision-making by the entire IEP Team. This session will guide participants through the completion of the Alternate Assessment Eligibility Worksheet in ECATS while emphasizing compliance requirements, educational impact, and least restrictive environment...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1413
  EC, EC K-12 Staff

1:00pm EDT

Third Grade ELA Units (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1419
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will show teachers how to use the third-grade ELA units in a cohesive, high-engagement way that integrates reading, writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1419
  Elementary, 3rd Grade Teacher

1:00pm EDT

Using Delta Math for Tier 3 Intervention (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1417
Limited Capacity seats available
Come join us to learn how to set your instructional GPS for Growth, Planning, and Success with the implementation of Tier 3 Delta Math (Intensive) intervention support for second through fifth-grade students.We will introduce you to the screening process, as well as the components of the lessons which integrate high-leverage strategies such as the CRA method, precise mathematical language,...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1417
  Elementary, 2nd-5th Grade Teachers, Elem Math Interventionist, and Elem Inst. Coaches

1:00pm EDT

Foundations of Math: Redesigned to Ensure All Students Succeed (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1420
Limited Capacity seats available
Foundations of Math is a course designed for our students that need additional support before taking high school Math 1. This course has been redesigned by DCS teachers. In this session we will go through the what and the why - what changed and why it changed.  If you are teaching Foundations of Math this session is for YOU!  An important part of this session will be time to PLC with...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1420
  High School, 9th Grade | All Foundation of Math Teachers

1:00pm EDT

What I Learned Going Back in the Classroom 10 Years Later (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1421
Limited Capacity seats available
Going back into an English 2 classroom after a 10-year hiatus enlightened me in ways I never expected to experience. Students have changed in their levels of intelligence, specifically how they think and express it to relay what they really know. It's there, but how do you tap into it in a meaningful and impactful way?

Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1421
  High School, High School Teachers

1:00pm EDT

Giving Every Student a Voice (General CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1415
Limited Capacity seats available
Want to increase student engagement, strengthen classroom discussions, and help students think more deeply about their learning? This interactive session will explore how accountable talk can transform classroom conversations into meaningful learning experiences. Participants will walk away with practical strategies, discussion routines, and classroom-ready ideas that encourage students to listen,...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1415
  K-12, K-12

1:00pm EDT

The Ultimate Teaching Assistant: Meastering NotebookLM (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
Stop drowning in data and start driving instruction. In this session, we’ll move beyond "generic AI" and show you how to build a personalized AI assistant using your actual lesson plans, state standards, and student data. Learn how to transform dense spreadsheets into actionable teaching steps, turn your curriculum into viral-style podcasts for struggling readers, and create instant "Help Desks"...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1412
  K-12, K-12

1:00pm EDT

Station Rotation in Middle Grades Math (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1418
Limited Capacity seats available
Station Rotation in Middle Grades Math is designed for teachers looking to increase engagement, differentiate instruction, and make math more interactive. This session will share practical, ready-to-use ideas for small-group instruction, hands-on problem solving, skill practice, and technology integration—all tailored for middle grades classrooms. Whether you're new to station rotation or...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1418
  Middle School

1:00pm EDT

Leveling Up Learning: Challenging Gifted Minds in Middle School (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1416
Limited Capacity seats available
Ready to move beyond “more work” and into meaningful challenge for gifted learners? This session equips middle and high school educators with practical strategies, ready-to-use lesson ideas, and engaging project-based learning experiences that promote critical thinking and deeper understanding across content areas. Discover how to design rigorous, differentiated learning that keeps gifted...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm EDT
Room #1416
  Middle-High School, 6th-12th Grade Teachers of Accelerated/Honors Classes

1:00pm EDT

Multiple Measures Tool Training for School-Based MMT Teams 2-hours (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1422
Limited Capacity seats available
This 2-hour session is specifically for members serving on your school's Multiple Measures Tool Team. In this session, you will learn more about this statewide alternative exit pathway for English Learners. You will receive an overview of the MMT process and learn how to serve as an MMT observer. We will walk through the team’s specific roles, streamline our collaboration steps, and ensure...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1422
  MMT Team Members (Inst. Coach & One Principal Appointed Staff Member

2:00pm EDT

2:00 - 2:50 Sessions (You may select one session to attend during the time slot)
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT

2:00pm EDT

From Detours to Direction: A Teachering Roadmap for EC
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
In this engaging, practical session, you’ll move past the common roadblocks of co-teaching and learn how to truly partner for student success. Whether co-teaching feels like a smooth ride or a daily detour, this session will give you clear, actionable strategies to define roles, strengthen collaboration, and maximize support for EC students.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1412
  EC, EC K-12 Staff

2:00pm EDT

More Than Words (Communication Access for Students with ASD) (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1412
Limited Capacity seats available
In this engaging, practical session, you’ll move past the common roadblocks of co-teaching and learn how to truly partner for student success. Whether co-teaching feels like a smooth ride or a daily detour, this session will give you clear, actionable strategies to define roles, strengthen collaboration, and maximize support for EC students.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1412
  EC, EC K-12 Staff

2:00pm EDT

The Little Things Matter: Practical Classroom Management Strategies That Actually Work (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Strong classroom management is often built on small, intentional practices that make a big difference. This session is designed for beginning teachers and educators seeking additional support with foundational behavior management strategies. Participants will explore practical, easy-to-implement approaches that help create calm, structured, and engaging learning environments for all students....
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1413
  EC, EC K-5 Teachers

2:00pm EDT

If You're Bored Teaching it They're Bored Learning It! (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1413
Limited Capacity seats available
Do you want to increase student engagement? Are you looking for ways to strengthen your classroom management? We have a BAKER'S DOZEN strategies that we would like to share with you, and "the why" it's important!

Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1413
  Elementary, K-3rd Grade Teachers

2:00pm EDT

"Must Have Tech Tools for the 26/27 Classroom" (Digital CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1421
Limited Capacity seats available
Looking for tech tools that are actually worth your time? This session cuts through the noise to show you practical, easy-to-use resources that boost engagement and make your life easier. Walk away with tools you can use right away.

Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1421
  Elementary-Middle School, K-8th Grade Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Big Engagement Starts Small (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1417
Limited Capacity seats available
Looking to boost student engagement without adding hours to your planning time? This practical, teacher-led workshop explores how to make instruction both effective and manageable using low-prep, high-impact strategies. Participants will learn how to keep all learners actively involved and use simple routines and tools that can be implemented right away. Whether you’re refining your current...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1417
  Elementary-Middle School, 3rd-8th Grade Teachers with an emphasis on co-teaching

2:00pm EDT

"Every Student, Every Day" - A Look at MTSS practices for Davidson County Schools
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1415
Limited Capacity seats available
“Every Student, Every Day” is a professional learning session focused on core Davidson County Schools MTSS practices that strengthen instruction, intervention, and student support. Participants will explore how strong Tier 1 instruction, data-informed decision making, and targeted supports work together to meet the needs of all learners. The session will highlight practical systems and...
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Speakers
TB

Tammy Bush

Director of Middle School and MTSS, Davidson County Schools


Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1415
  K-12, K-12

2:00pm EDT

ClassDojo: Building Positive Classroom Communication (General CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1418
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is designed for beginning teachers and staff members who are new to ClassDojo. Participants will learn the foundational features of the platform, including setting up classes, communicating with families, and sharing classroom updates. The training will also provide best practices for maintaining consistent communication, encouraging family involvement, and creating a welcoming...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1418
  K-12, Designed for beginning teachers and staff members who are new to ClassDojo

2:00pm EDT

Support for Gifted Learners in Middle Grades (General CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1416
Limited Capacity seats available
"Support for Gifted Learners in Middle Grades" explores the unique cognitive, emotional, and social characteristics of gifted middle schoolers—including twice-exceptional learners—and tackles the myths,  and barriers that keep them from reaching their full potential. Learn about  research-backed instructional strategies like curriculum compacting, acceleration, and flexible grouping...
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Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1416
  Middle School, 6th-8th Grade Teachers

2:00pm EDT

Using Data and Discussion to Strengthen Science Instruction (Content CEU)
LIMITED
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1420
Limited Capacity seats available
This session focuses on practical classroom structures that increase student ownership, deepen scientific thinking, and improve instructional decision-making in Grade 8 Science. Teachers will explore strategies that balance accountability with support, and how to develop meaningful data analysis habits using formative assessments and SchoolNet
Tuesday August 11, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm EDT
Room #1420
  Middle School, 6th-8th Grade Science Teachers
 

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