APS Rising Educator Summit 2026: Full Schedule

10:00am MDT

EC - Preschool Home Visiting and Family Engagement

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Come learn the ins and outs of preschool home visiting! In this session, we will review key requirements and expectations to ensure a smooth start to the year. We’ll also introduce our exciting new Home Visiting Backpacks, packed with tools to help you launch powerful family engagement from the very first visit.

Speakers

Allison Gabaldon

Tuesday August 4, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am MDT
Ballroom A 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

🌄 Early Childhood/Pre-K

Session Type Role Specific PD Session
PD Focus Area Role Specific PD Session
Area WEST Building - Upper Level 3

11:00am MDT

EC - CLASS and PBC: What is the connection?

LIMITED

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am MDT

Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

Prepare for the upcoming Fall 2026 observation window with confidence. This session covers everything you need to know about the CLASS Observation and CLASS Environmental Observation processes. Learn what observers look for—including teacher-student, peer-to-peer, and colleague interactions—and how to navigate your CLASS Feedback Meeting. Finally, we will explore how your scores connect to ongoing support through consultation and Practice-Based Coaching (PBC), including a breakdown of this year's coaching models and classroom visits (PBC focus for NM PreK Teachers).

Speakers

Laura Wallin

Preschool Coach, APS

Tuesday August 4, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am MDT
Ballroom A 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

🌄 Early Childhood/Pre-K

PD Focus Area Role Specific PD Session
Area WEST Building - Upper Level 3

12:00pm MDT

EC - Waterford Welcome: Winning Ways to Start Strong

LIMITED

Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT

Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

Start your Waterford journey with confidence! PreK educators will explore simple, effective strategies to launch Waterford successfully from day one. Learn how to navigate the student experience on iPads, set up classroom routines, and discover how Waterford supports kindergarten readiness. Walk away with practical tips, clear usage guidance, and ongoing support resources—everything you need to get started and stay successful!
Audience: ALL Preschool EA’s (Mandatory) Preschool Teachers (optional)

Speakers

Valerie King

Senior Professional Learning Consultant, Waterford

Tuesday August 4, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm MDT
Ballroom A 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

🌄 Early Childhood/Pre-K

Session Type Presentation/Tutorial Sessions (50 Min)
PD Focus Area Classroom Culture & Behavior Strategies (PBIS/Classroom Management/Culture of Care)
Area WEST Building - Upper Level 3

1:00pm MDT

Amira Back-to-School Launch for Teachers

LIMITED

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm MDT

Ballroom A

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. We’ll highlight practical strategies, recent updates, and actionable insights to help educators make the most of Amira and drive stronger student outcomes.

Speakers

Samantha Auddino

Manager, APS

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

🌇 Elementary (K-5), ELA

Session Type Presentation/Tutorial Sessions (50 Min)
PD Focus Area Assessment (Data-Driven Instruction)
Area WEST Building - Upper Level 3

2:00pm MDT

Setting Up the Classroom for Success: Preventing and Responding to Common Challenging Behaviors in Early Childhood Settings

LIMITED

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT

Ballroom A

Limited Capacity seats available

Addressing behavioral challenges in early childhood classrooms through proactive prevention strategies, consistent routines, and intentional skill building. Participants will learn how to begin the school year with a clear plan for responding to challenging behaviors in ways that support young learners, reduce escalation, and promote a positive, well‑organized classroom environment.
Audience: Preschool through 2nd Grade

Speakers

Sarabeth Dominguez

UNM

Tuesday August 4, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm MDT
Ballroom A 401 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

🌅 Primary (K-2), Classroom Behavior Strategies

Session Type Role Specific PD Session
PD Focus Area Role Specific PD Session
Area WEST Building - Upper Level 3

APS Rising Educator Summit 2026

10:00am MDT

Allison Gabaldon

11:00am MDT

Laura Wallin

12:00pm MDT

Valerie King

1:00pm MDT

Samantha Auddino

Sonya Solock

2:00pm MDT

Sarabeth Dominguez

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