APS Rising Educator Summit 2026

APS Rising Educator Summit 2026

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10:00am MDT

HEALTH - Seconds Save Lives: Hands-Only CPR & AED Essentials 17 ApacheMartha Mowry • Sean Sanchez

Musical Voices of the Hispanic Diaspora in the United States 70 TewaSonia Balasch • Fabiola Pacheco

PD for Using Amplify Classroom - (previously Desmos Classroom) 27 PicurisAnthony Orton

Promoting Student Activism: Integrating Civic Involvement in Teaching 60 ChacoDenis Day • Nicholas Depascal

Multiliteracy Notetaking for Translanguaging Border Literacies 21 JemezJuan Ortega • Mishelle Jurado

Teaching History through Exhibit Design 25 NavajoAlexander King • Lewis Twite

To Alg or Not to Alg: Can we Teach Geometry Even if Our Students Aren't at Grade Level with Algebra? 65 HopiSarah Schmitz

Beyond the IEP: Practical Accommodations for Every Learner 22 San JuanAllison Stepp

Connection Creates Community 30 TaosShantail Miller • Jeanette Martinez

A 10-Minute Routine for Joyful, Deep Math Thinking 19 IsletaAlex Romero

Benefits of using the Gradebook for the Elementary SBPR 23 NambeJude Garcia • Esperanza Ruiz Sanchez • Kina Richardson • Patricia Salaz

Create, Capture, and Connect: Elevating Instruction with Seesaw 32 TesuqueYvonne Post

Work Smarter Not Harder: Developing Effective IEP Goals to Target Decoding and/or Writing 15 ZuniTawnya Yates • Meghan Chambers

Building Arts Integrated Units 10 AnasaziVictoria Chan • Gabrielle Chavez

Leveling Up Genius Hour Through PBL 18 CochitiKatelyn Shinas Bird

STF - Getting Started with Outdoor Learning: Simple Routines for Any Classroom 31 Santa AnaCharles Ciernia • Jennifer Wimberly • Monie Corona

Experience OpenSciEd Using the Digital Platform 6-8 28 Santo DomingoTracy Marmolejo

Wrapping Around Your Shared Roster: Co‑Designed Interventions for Every Learner 20 LagunaSara Cook • Jessica Short • Brie Dillon

SSSRTs (new) - Building Strong Student Success Systems: Foundations for New SSSRTs / Leads -Part 1 Suite A/BRamses Leyva Gonzalez • Jeanie Stark • Daphne Strader • Kathleen Yeppa • Shaylee Rodriguez

APE - Adapted PE Teacher Special Education PD Fall 2026 16 AcomaElizabeth Hudson

11:00am MDT

TLCs - Designing Your Coaching Entry Strategy 15 ZuniMarissa Bannerman • Kelly Mitchell

Experience OpenSciEd Using the Digital Platform 9-12 28 Santo DomingoTracy Marmolejo

I Didn't Know it Did That...What Else Can I Do With My Class Set of TI Nspires? 19 IsletaSarah Schmitz

STF - Designing Real-World Learning That Engages: Finance, Environmental STEM, and Inquiry 31 Santa AnaPriscilla Del Aguila

Modernizing the Classroom with the New Gradebook 23 NambeJude Garcia • Esperanza Ruiz Sanchez • Kina Richardson • Patricia Salaz

Read&Write 27 PicurisDelana Robles

The Science of Learning: From Engagement to Retention KivaElizabeth Rafi

Discover Seesaw AI: Smarter Tools for the Elementary Classroom 32 TesuqueYvonne Post

Beast Academy & Math Mindsets for Elementary Students 25 NavajoRachel Dostal

HEALTH - Voices of our Youth: 2023 NM-YRRS Bernalillo County and Statewide Data and Trends 17 ApacheRobyn Viera

Bridging the Gap in the Age of AI 60 ChacoJoseph Ulibarri • Erica Wheeler

Improving outcomes for neurodivergent students through executive functioning coaching and mentorship 18 CochitiLuke Mitchell

Project-based Learning for ELs 65 HopiCara Schroeder • Omkulthoom Qassem • Genna Robbins • Maddie Sweet

CSTAG in Action for Educators 30 TaosShantail Miller

Drive Differentiation with Brisk Boost 22 San JuanAnjali Rajpara • Taylor Brock

STF - Growing Minds: Cultivating Problem Solvers Through Garden Education & Agriculture Literacy 10 AnasaziTraci Curry • Ethan Wright • Shae Devers

Understanding the SBPR: Rubrics, Student Learning, and Practical Classroom Use 29 SandiaSonja Kortsch • Dannie Montoya • Kaitlin Wood • Dani Carver • Rachel Krout-Norris • Celeste Hernandez • Alex Herring

From Schoolyard to System: 7th Grade Ecosystem Monitoring with BEMP 70 TewaAmy Chase • Charles Ciernia

Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast: Building Team Identity and Belonging 20 LagunaRuthie Lewis • Nicole Baldonado • Amy Jenschke • Michael Flores

12:00pm MDT

SES/EAs - The Comprehensive classroom for Social Emotional Support : Components of a SES classroom 16 AcomaRobin Kelly • Meredith Medlicott • Theresah Boateng • Deborah Kerns

Stronger Together: Practical Connection Circles for Students, Staff, and Coaches 32 TesuqueSolomon Foulk

From Social Communication to Repetitive Behaviors: An Autism Overview 23 NambeDanielle Parker • Julie Shuler Misra

Strengthening School Ecosystems: A Framework for Collaborative Social Change 15 ZuniVanessa Barela

Using Skills, Habits & Mindsets and Community Circles to Strengthen School and Classroom Culture 27 PicurisDesiree Springer • Brandi Raimondi • Anna Dehererra

Add a Little Inquiry - Elevating Savvas Week 6 Projects 31 Santa AnaSamantha Schmitz

Experience OpenSciEd Using the Digital Platform 6-8 28 Santo DomingoTracy Marmolejo

myWorld Interactive (Grades 6-8): Literacy in the Social Studies Classroom 25 NavajoBrian Giddens

Transition Assessments with a focus on Self Determination 19 IsletaLila Ramirez

1:00pm MDT

SES/EAs - Data Collection: Managing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) 16 AcomaRobin Kelly • Meredith Medlicott • Theresah Boateng • Deborah Kerns

VAPA - Enchantment Awards Character workshop for Theatre - Drama Secondary Performing Arts 25 NavajoDale Simpkins • Cole Raison

Experience OpenSciEd Using the Digital Platform 9-12 28 Santo DomingoTracy Marmolejo

STF - From Frameworks to Action: Aligning Community Schools and Magnet Work for Impact 21 JemezAntoinette Valenzuela • Claire Wood • Jessica Ward • Christy Green

Don't Get Hacked! Information Security for Educators 29 SandiaMonica Restrepo Jurado

From LETRS to Lively: Literacy Engagement Activities 15 ZuniChristina Leonard

Growth Mindset in Mathematics: Activities for Your Classroom 27 PicurisLauren Butcher

From Supports to Impact: The Evolution of Community Schools 17 ApacheBryan Garcia • Robert Donovan • ABC Community School Partnership Team

Supporting Student-Student Discussion for Multilingual Learners (ELs) 65 HopiGenna Robbins • Elly Czajkowski Peckham

Beyond compliance: Team‑Based Instruction That Develops Graduate‑Ready Skills 20 LagunaAmber Day

STF - Farming the Future: Integrating Agriculture Technology, Soil, and Sustainability into the Classroom 10 AnasaziTraci Curry • Ethan Wright • Shae Devers

Drive Instruction with Student Data: The APS Data Analysis Protocol 60 ChacoBryan Cockrell • Aja Kleinert

From Silos to Systems: Transforming ELD & Biliteracy Through Processing Partnerships 18 CochitiMishelle Jurado • Ann Chavez

Seesaw AI Rotations: Supercharging Math & Literacy 30 TaosAshley Zamora-Rizzieri • Nicole Midgett • Rachel Fuchs • Angela Wood

Supporting Literacy & Numeracy Through the ECHO Model 32 TesuqueHeather Summers • Jackie Jones

The Behavior Redirector Role 23 NambeLaura Valdez

Work Smarter Not Harder: Developing Effective IEP Goals to Target Decoding and/or Writing 31 Santa AnaTawnya Yates • Meghan Chambers

Building a Culture of Care: Collaborative Problem Solving with Minecraft 22 San JuanCameron "Seth" Hoover

From Observation to Investigation: Inquiry Through Outdoor Learning 70 TewaCharles Ciernia • Jennifer Wimberly • Steven Henley • Monie Corona

2:00pm MDT

HEALTH - Suicide Prevention 25 NavajoTina Gray

SES/EAs - Reinforcement Systems 16 AcomaRobin Kelly • Meredith Medlicott • Theresah Boateng • Deborah Kerns

ELA CTS Model Making 28 Santo DomingoTanya Silva • Desiree Beare

Latest on Tourette's! How Does this Impact Behavior Management? 29 SandiaDr. Stephanie Mack

Mentoring a Student Teacher?? Tips for Success!! 15 ZuniMarjori Krebs

STF - From Classroom to Caldera: Co-designing a 6th grade signature academic field experience 21 JemezAmy Chase • Charles Ciernia