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Tuesday, August 4
 

10:00am MDT

A 10-Minute Routine for Joyful, Deep Math Thinking
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will experience Tile Farm Academy, a simple, powerful 10-minute daily math routine that builds number sense, flexible thinking, and joyful engagement. The session highlights three connected activities: Daily Digits (short, meaningful fluency), Number Portraits (creative mathematical expression), and Tile Talk (student-centered math discourse). Together, these routines create a low-floor, high-ceiling environment where all students can participate and think deeply. Teachers will engage in the routine as learners, explore classroom-ready examples, and leave with practical structures they can implement immediately. The focus is on making math both meaningful and enjoyableโ€”without adding complexity to the school day.
Speakers
avatar for Alex Romero

Alex Romero

Chief Experience Officer, Tile Farm
Alex Romero is an APS alumnus and veteran teacher who co-created Tile Farm Academy to make math learning beautiful and joyful for people of all ages. Tile Farm is a new math education app developed in part by APS alumni, meant to highlight the beauty and joy of math for people of... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
19 Isleta 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

10:00am MDT

Benefits of using the Gradebook for the Elementary SBPR
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
In an era of data-driven instruction, the bridge between daily classroom activity and official reporting must be seamless. This training focuses on mastering the Standards-Based Progress Report (SBPR) integration within your grade book. By aligning assignment entry with reporting templates, educators can eliminate the "end-of-term crunch" and provide stakeholders with a crystal-clear view of student mastery.
Speakers
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Jude Garcia

Senior Administrator, APS
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Kina Richardson

Assistant Systems Administrator, APS
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
23 Nambe 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

10:00am MDT

Create, Capture, and Connect: Elevating Instruction with Seesaw
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
In this interactive session, participants will explore how to design meaningful, standards-aligned learning experiences that empower students to create, capture, and reflect on their learning. Educators will actively engage with Seesawโ€™s multimodal tools to make student thinking visible, differentiate instruction, and strengthen home-school connections.
Speakers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
32 Tesuque 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

10:00am MDT

Work Smarter Not Harder: Developing Effective IEP Goals to Target Decoding and/or Writing
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 11:20am MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will guide participants in considering key concepts students need instructionally for decoding, reading fluency and writing. Additionally, participants will be provided with exemplar goals that align to studentsโ€™ needs. Participants will be given time to explore current IEP goals of students they serve and will be able to collaboratively plan on the instruction and progress monitoring that will support these goals.
Speakers
avatar for Tawnya Yates

Tawnya Yates

Resource Teacher, APS
Tawnya Yates is a Certified Academic Language Therapist and former Board Member for the Southwest Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. She has worked as a reading interventionist in the public schools serving students with dyslexia in both general and special education... Read More →
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Meghan Chambers

Resource Teacher, APS
Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 11:20am MDT
15 Zuni 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

11:00am MDT

Discover Seesaw AI: Smarter Tools for the Elementary Classroom
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Discover how Seesawโ€™s enhanced instructional tools and built-in AI are purposefully designed to save teachers time, boost creativity, and strengthen student engagement. From creative tool enhancements to data-driven insights, youโ€™ll walk away ready to deliver meaningful, joyful learning experiences that meet every learner where they are.
Speakers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am MDT
32 Tesuque 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

11:00am MDT

Understanding the SBPR: Rubrics, Student Learning, and Practical Classroom Use
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:20pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Finallyโ€“A tool created for teachers by teachers! Learn about these practical and adaptable rubrics that connect the standards, the SBPR, and the Units of Study. Weโ€™ve done the work for you!
Speakers
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Sonja Kortsch

Teacher, APS
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Dannie Montoya

Teacher, APS
avatar for Kaitlin Wood

Kaitlin Wood

Teacher, APS
avatar for Dani Carver

Dani Carver

Teacher, APS
avatar for Rachel Krout-Norris
avatar for Celeste Hernandez

Celeste Hernandez

Teacher, APS
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:20pm MDT
29 Sandia 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

11:00am MDT

Structured Literacy in Action: UFLI Rotations for Tiered Kindergarten Instruction
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Experience a standards-aligned kindergarten literacy block grounded in UFLI and the APS Professional Development Framework. This session demonstrates a 60-minute structure that integrates Tier 1 whole group instruction with differentiated Tier 2 and Tier 3 small-group rotations. Participants will explore a practical rotation model that includes explicit phonics instruction, targeted intervention, and strategic integration of 30 minutes of Amira Reading per student each week. The session also highlights how to embed efficient weekly progress monitoring during small group instruction to support data-driven decisions. Through modeling, hands-on participation, and collaborative planning, educators will learn inclusive practices that support multilingual learners and diverse academic needs. Participants will leave with ready-to-use systems and tools that can be implemented immediately.
Speakers
avatar for Katelyn Shinas Bird
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Danielle Benitez

Teacher, APS
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Alexis Baca

Teacher, APS
Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 12:50pm MDT
21 Jemez 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

12:00pm MDT

Add a Little Inquiry - Elevating Savvas Week 6 Projects
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
The more open the experience, the deeper the learning! This session will share a variety of ways that standard Savvas Week 6 projects can be transformed into higher-level cognitive journeys. Bridge the gap between scripted curriculum and authentic, student-driven discovery that sticks.
Speakers
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
31 Santa Ana 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

12:00pm MDT

Collaborate, Code, Create: CS & AI Learning with LEGOยฎ Education
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
AI and computer science are becoming an integral part of everyday life, yet students are increasingly "screened-out". Looking for a fresh approach? Transform computer science into a hands-on experience with LEGOยฎ Education! Join us to see tactile, collaborative lessons you can use to build computer science skills and help students become responsible digital citizens by teaching them how AI works. From kindergarten through eighth grade, LEGOยฎ Education makes computer science approachable and safe. Join us to learn more.
Speakers
avatar for Colleen Cannon-Ruffo

Colleen Cannon-Ruffo

Solution Architect, Lego Education
Dr. Colleen Cannon-Ruffo brings more than two decades of firsthand experience using LEGOยฎ Education solutions to her role as a Solution Architect. She works closely with districts to design learning experiences that align with their curricular goals and to equip teachers with the... Read More →
CA

Carrie Aviles

Lego Education
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
240 La Cienega 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

12:00pm MDT

Stop Spinning Your Wheels with iReady Personalized Instruction - sponsored by Curriculum Associates
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Learn engaging strategies from iReady's National Directors to seamlessly connect student insights with real world, engaging, evidence-based instruction to drive learning gains for all students. Use Personalized Instruction with confidence to help achieve Goal 2: Math Proficiency.
Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
Hall 4 Stage (Expo Hall) 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

1:00pm MDT

Amira Back-to-School Launch for Teachers
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Join this 50-minute session for an overview of Amira ISIP and Tutor best practices, the latest product features, and the key reports that support effective implementation. Weโ€™ll highlight practical strategies, recent updates, and actionable insights to help educators make the most of Amira and drive stronger student outcomes.
Speakers
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Samantha Auddino

Manager, APS
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Sonya Solock

Sr. Customer Success Manager, Amira Learning
I am a former elementary teacher with over 11 years of classroom experience in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where I still live today. Currently, I serve as a Customer Success Manager at Amira Learning, working closely with the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) and several districts... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
Ballroom A 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

1:00pm MDT

From LETRS to Lively: Literacy Engagement Activities
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores ways to incorporate differentiated and engaging activities in the structured literacy block.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Leonard

Christina Leonard

Consulting Teacher, APS
I am a National Board Certified Teacher with a Wilson level 1 certification and reading endorsement. Teaching literacy is my passion, ELA at Jefferson Middle School for 10 years and K-3 special ed at Osuna for 12 years. As part of my current work with the APS Mentor program, I encourage... Read More →
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT
15 Zuni 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

1:00pm MDT

myView Literacy Scaffolding and Assessment โ€“ Informed Differentiation
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
With a shared vision for student success, letโ€™s examine the pathways to get there with myView Literacy. Together weโ€™ll explore how core routines and connected tasks are scaffolded by design. Weโ€™ll unpack assessment data to refine our instruction and differentiate student learning while maintaining grade-level rigor. Weโ€™ll explore strategies to scaffold learning effectively, promote student independence, and align instruction with assessment insights to drive literacy growth.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Carper

Melissa Carper

Education Consultant, Savvas
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
240 La Cienega 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

1:00pm MDT

Seesaw AI Rotations: Supercharging Math & Literacy
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Ready to transform your elementary literacy and math blocks? Join us for this hands-on workshop where we leverage Seesaw's AI features to maximize student engagement and minimize teacher workload. Weโ€™ll spend the first part of our time exploring how Seesaw AI can be implemented quickly and easily. Then, rotate through targeted math and literacy stations to experience the best features for engaging your students quickly!
1. Differentiate High-Quality Instructional Materials
2. Generate Drag and Drop and Multiple Choice Questions
3. Embed YouTube Videos with Quiz Questions
4. Upload Reading Passages for a Graded Fluency Read
5. Make Learning Visible with the Green Add Button
You will leave the session ready to implement quick features or even lessons right away. Let's work smarter for optimal student engagement.
Speakers
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Nicole Midgett

Teacher, APS
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Rachel Fuchs

Teacher, APS
Hello! ย I am a 2nd grade teacher at Lavaland Elementary (Go Volcanoes!) I am a big fan of educational videos. My favorites are songs that reenforce the topics we are learning about. There are a many things I like about using SeeSaw, but I am currently most excited to be able to embed... Read More →
avatar for Angela Wood

Angela Wood

Special Education Teacher, APS
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
30 Taos 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

1:00pm MDT

Supporting Literacy & Numeracy Through the ECHO Model
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This interactive session introduces the ECHO model as a powerful, collaborative approach to strengthening literacy and numeracy instruction by highlighting practical and evidence-based strategies being implemented in elementary classrooms. Participants will receive a brief overview of how ECHO supports educator learning through a community of practice with case-based discussion, shared expertise, and real-time problem solving. Participants will engage in structured discussions to reflect on their own practices, share successes and challenges, and learn from peers across the district. This session emphasizes vulnerability, collaboration, and actionable strategies educators can immediately apply in their classrooms. ECHO provides implementation support through low dose, high frequency, virtual profession learning opportunities that are free for educators to attend.
Speakers
avatar for Heather Summers

Heather Summers

Senior Program Manager, Project ECHO for Education
Heather Summers, an NBCT in Science for Early Adolescence and the Senior Program Manager for STEM with Project ECHO for Education, works in partnership with NMPED and districts throughout New Mexico. She has extensive NGSS implementation knowledge from through teaching and facilitating... Read More →
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Jackie Jones

Senior Program Manager, Project ECHO for Education
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
32 Tesuque 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

1:00pm MDT

The Behavior Redirector Role
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn about the purpose and scope of Behavior Redirectors, including their role in the prevention and de-escalation of student behavior. The session will cover tools and resources used by Behavior Redirectors to establish rapport, use daily check-ins, and how to apply calming strategies with students that present challenging behaviors. Through case studies, attendees will gain insight to the Behavior Redirector role. The session is best suited for those that have been in the role for one day to one year. Those not familiar with the role may also attend.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Valdez

Laura Valdez

Director, School Climate, APS
I help schools increase their Goal 4 skills, habits, and mindsets outcomes and establish a Culture of Care in their school community.
Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 2:20pm MDT
23 Nambe 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

2:00pm MDT

Amira
LIMITED
Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Speakers
KS

Kelly Schatz

Partnership Manager, Amira Learning
Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
Hall 4 Stage (Expo Hall) 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
 

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