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Tuesday, January 7
 

8:00am CST

Welcome Back All Health & Physical Education! LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:30am CST
Teachers will have an opportunity to connect with each other through an interactive ice breaker.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:30am CST
MEAD MS

8:00am CST

Updates ot Handbook - ALL Elementary and Secondary Performing Arts Teachers LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Review the updates to the department handbook
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 8:45am CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - ALL

8:00am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 3rd Grade Math - Room 216 FULL
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
avatar for Kayla Brooks

Kayla Brooks

Elementary District Math Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

8:00am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 4th Grade Math - Room 218 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
AS

Angel Stelly

Elementary District Math Coach
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

8:00am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 5th Grade Math - Room 220 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Veronica Reyes

Veronica Reyes

Math Instructional Specialist, STEHLIK Elementary
Math
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
AT

Ashleigh Turner

Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

8:00am CST

Required (3rd) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs FULL
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
JM

Jamie Myers

Instructional Specialist, Marcella intermediate/aldine isd
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
TL

Tina LaFrance

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine High & LaPromesa
  3rd Grade ELA/SLA

8:00am CST

Amplify Pilot Only Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Bobbie Taylor

Bobbie Taylor

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
LB

Lacresha Brown

Instructional Specialist, Spence Elementary
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

8:00am CST

Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs FILLING
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Felicia Mora

Felicia Mora

Instructional Specialist, Stehlik Elementary
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

8:00am CST

Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs FULL
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
ND

Nora Deleon

Instructional Specialist, Sammons Elementary
avatar for Glenda Griggs

Glenda Griggs

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

8:00am CST

A New Era for Blue Folders LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Blue folders transmission will be conducted in a new way for the 2025-2026 school. Get a head start on what that will look like!
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine MS
  High School SLC Teachers (Only)

8:00am CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

8:00am CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

8:00am CST

Personalized Learning with AI FILLING
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Participants will engage in AI to respond to student proficiencies
Speakers
avatar for Jesus Angel Ledesma

Jesus Angel Ledesma

HS Spanish Teacher, Aldine ISD
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

8:00am CST

The Power of Connections: AP Standards Across the Curriculum LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Participants will engage in essential skills for second language success
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

8:00am CST

Enhancing Student Success in the SLC Classroom: Supporting SLC Teachers with SEC Strategies for Students with BIPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
This session dives into analyzing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans, covering effective strategies, data documentation, and collaboration with key resources like the campus Special Education Counselor for primary and elementary SLC teachers.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine MS
  Primary & Elementary SLC Teachers (Only)

8:00am CST

FBA’s, BIP’s, Strategies, Oh My!!! LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Classroom Management Techniques for students with Behavior Intervention Plans in the Structured Learning Classroom setting.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:20am CST
Aldine MS
  Secondary SLC & TSC Teachers (Only)

8:00am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 6th Grade: Hambrick, YWLA, Houston, Mead, Grantham, Teague LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:25am CST
This session focuses on equipping 6th grade math teachers with the tools and knowledge to effectively implement TEKS and SMART goals in their classrooms, ultimately enhancing student success. Participants will delve into TEKS, Carnegie lessons, and SMART goals through collaborative activities and practical resources, enabling them to align their instructional practices with district objectives and improve student outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Tiana Rodriguez

Tiana Rodriguez

Program Director Middle School Mathematics, Aldine ISD
JG

John Giglio

Math Instructional Specialist, Shotwell MS
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:25am CST
Eisenhower HS
  Middle School Math

8:00am CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” FILLING
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
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Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

8:00am CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
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Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

8:00am CST

O/H, it's a Sine: Right Triangle Trigonometry LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
This training will equip high school math teachers with strategies for incorporating structured conversations (i.e., ABBA 2.0) and Desmos Gedometry in teaching the sine and cosine ratios.l
Speakers
SK

Sokhna Kabore

HS Math Teacher/DC
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

8:00am CST

Algebraic Reasoning: Lesson Design Leveraging Student Work LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
This training will guide teachers in unpacking the AR TEKS and their alignmnet to STAAR. Teachers will examine the unit guides and apply the NCMT 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Math Discourse to create engaging, student-centered lessons that promote deeper understanding and collaboration. Participants will explore strategies for effectively facilitating mathematical conversations, fostering critical thinking, and supporting diverse student voices in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Merchant

Monica Merchant

HS Math Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD Nimitz Sr High School
RM

Regina McDonald

HS Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

8:00am CST

AP Academics Planning Session LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to explore strategies to prepare students for the AP exam and design lessons and student work examples on Integration & Differential Equations
Speakers
PV

Park Van

AP Calculus Teacher, MacArthur HS
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

8:00am CST

Coll Prep Math & MMA: Lesson Design Leveraging Student Work LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
This training will guide teachers in unpacking the unit guides,the JA Finance Unit and the TSI Test specifications, and design lessons applying the NCMT 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Math Discourse to create engaging, student-centered lessons that promote deeper understanding and collaboration.
Speakers
avatar for Adriana Jimenez

Adriana Jimenez

HS Math Teacher/DC, Aldine ISD Carver HS
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

8:00am CST

Precalculus: Lesson Design Leveraging Student Work LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
This training will guide teachers in unpacking the unit guides for Quarter 3 & 4, and apply the NCMT 5 Practices for Orchestrating Productive Math Discourse to create engaging, student-centered lessons that promote deeper understanding and collaboration. Participants will explore strategies for effectively facilitating mathematical conversations, fostering critical thinking, and supporting diverse student voices in the classroom.
Speakers
AM

Annette Moore

HS Math Instructional Specialist, Carver
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

8:00am CST

Biology Teachers Thinking Big LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Biology Teachers from the following campuses will attend this session: Aldine 9, Eisenhower 9, Davis 9, MacArthur 9, Nimitz 9, KEC, Victory ECHS, and Blanson CTE.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

8:00am CST

Co-Teaching while Doing Laboratory Investigations LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Aquatic Science and Environmental Systems teachers planning instruction for SMART Goals and SEPs.
Speakers
LA

Leontyne Archie-Reed

IS at MacArthur HS
avatar for Tysion Smith

Tysion Smith

IS at Nimitz HS, Aldine ISD
An Educator who stands out as a beacon of passion, dedication, and innovation- meet, Tysion Smith. With over a decade of experience shaping young minds in high school science classrooms, Tysion has become a true luminary in the field.A proud alumna of the University of Houston, Tysion... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

8:00am CST

Writing Wonderland (Participants are required to attend either the morning or afternoon session). Cafeteria LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Participants will engage in scoring calibration and learn various strategies to improve student writing on ECRs and SCRs.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michelle Becwar

Dr. Michelle Becwar

ELA Program Director, Aldine ISD
avatar for Janeth Cornejo

Janeth Cornejo

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Janeth Cornejo, a certified bilingual/ESL teacher with an M.Ed in counseling, is an ELAR District Literacy Coach for middle school and a presenter for the Teaching and Learning Department in Aldine ISD. Presentations include working with EBs, supporting new arrival students, and supporting... Read More →
avatar for Karen Hill

Karen Hill

Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
This year marks my 31st as a professional public educator. Over the course of three decades, I taught elementary music, third and fourth grades, sixth grade reading intervention, served as a curriculum specialist, a campus administrator, and now as a District Literacy Coach. I began... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Nimitz HS
  Middle School ELA/Literacy

8:00am CST

Skill-Based Health with GH-W LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Rethink the days of constant lecturing. Explore how to facilitate high-quality lessons with interactive, student-lead activities.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
avatar for Diane Farthing

Diane Farthing

Program Director for the Health and Physical Education Collaborative, G-W Co-author
Diane Farthing was a health educator for 38 years. She is a National Board Certified Teacher, and a strong believer in the power of collaboration. She is a Program Director for the Health and Physical Education Collaborative, a co-author for the G-W High School Health textbook, and... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am CST
MEAD MS

8:00am CST

Engaging Students in Meaningful Academic Discourse LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm CST
This session equips educators with strategies to engage students in meaningful discussions by modeling facilitation techniques and designing prompts based on AVID WICOR strategies. Participants will also create a resource bank of sentence stems to promote academic language and enhance classroom discourse.
Speakers
KC

Kenetra Collins

Teacher, Aldine ISD
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Silvia Scheirman

Director of Transformation, Aldine ISD
Silvia Garay Scheirman is an esteemed education professional with over twenty years of experience. Her career spans roles as a teacher, social-emotional specialist, and currently the Director of the Office of Transformation in Aldine ISD. Silvia has made significant contributions... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:00pm CST
Nimitz HS
  AVID

8:00am CST

Dyslexia Specialists DSD LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm CST
This session is for current campus Dyselxia Specialist only.  The session will cover mandatory legal updates and compliance
Speakers
KS

Kimberly Sinclair

Program Manager Dyslexia Instruction, Aldine ISD
RJ

Rhonda Jackson

Dyselxia Lead, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm CST
Bamberg Building
  Dyslexia

8:00am CST

Planning Instruction for the 3th and 4th NW LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm CST
Astronomy and Earth Systems teachers planning instruction for the SMART Goals and SEPs.
Speakers
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

8:00am CST

Raising the Bar- Improving OLL Data and Communication Practices LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm CST
In this session, all of the online learning teachers will engage in data practices reflection, auditing, communication, and procedures for 24-25.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Veronica Johnson

Dr. Veronica Johnson

Coordinator of Online Learning Labs, Aldine ISD
avatar for Dr. Alison Jackson

Dr. Alison Jackson

Coordinator of Online Learning Programs, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:00am - 3:30pm CST
Garcia MS
  Online Learning

8:30am CST

Handbook Expectations and New Procedures LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Participants will discuss new documents and procedures related to the updated Performing Arts Handbook including the DEPA Form
Speakers
avatar for Chris Cuellar

Chris Cuellar

Program Director, Performing Arts, Aldine ISD
Christopher Cuellar serves as Aldine Independent School District’s Program Director of Performing Arts. He brings over 23 years of public education experience having served as an elementary music school teacher, middle school choir Director, and a high school choir Director in Katy... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Nimitz HS
  Elementary Performing Arts

8:30am CST

American Heart 2.0 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Welcome back your favorite life-saving organization who is on a mission to help you with new resources and fundraiser updates.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
AA

Ashley Avalos

AHA Coordinator
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
MEAD MS

8:30am CST

Opening Session LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Review Department Accolades, New Personnel and Upcoming Events
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - ALL

8:30am CST

Rhythm in PE LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
Sprinkled in the TEKS is an intimidating word: rhythm. Leave this session feeling confident to keep students engaged when teaching them an important life skill.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
avatar for Naomi Hartl

Naomi Hartl

Science & STEM Subject Matter Expert, School Specialty/Frey Scientific
I graduated from the University of Saskatchewan and started teaching in my home province of Saskatchewan, Canada in 2012. I have taught a variety of subject areas including biology, mathematics, health education, physical education, home economics, and career education. I relocated... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 8:30am - 9:45am CST
MEAD MS

9:00am CST

Rejuvenate, Reset, and Refocus: A Wellness Workshop for Health Services Staff LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am CST
Start the second semester with renewed energy and a clear mind! This wellness workshop is designed to help Health Services staff transition smoothly from the holiday break into a strong, focused start to the new year. Participants will explore self-care strategies, engage in social-emotional learning (SEL) activities, and discover practical tools to enhance personal and professional well-being.

This interactive session will prioritize the caregivers' well-being, equipping nurses and health staff with techniques to manage stress, build resilience, and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Take this opportunity to invest in yourself, because when you thrive, so do the students and communities you serve.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am CST
Bamberg Rooms 1. 2. and 3
  Nurses

9:30am CST

Visual Arts High School CBPL LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Mead Middle School
  Visual Arts

9:30am CST

Visual Arts Middle School CBPL
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am CST
Mead Middle School
  Visual Arts

9:30am CST

Required (3rd) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
CC

Carmen Conover

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
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Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
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Crystal Williams

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Crystal Williams is originally from Albuquerque, NM where she received her BA in Psychology and MA in Elementary Education. She has worked in a variety of educational settings--public, private, and charter--and distilled best practices from her time in the classroom and as a leader... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine High & LaPromesa
  3rd Grade ELA/SLA

9:30am CST

Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Justice

Nicole Justice

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
avatar for Vivian Carter

Vivian Carter

District Literacy Coach
Vivian Carter is originally from Bastrop, Louisiana. She earned her B.S. in Child Life and Family Studies from Ruston, Louisiana. She has Teaching Certification in Elementary Education. She has worked in the education field for 27 years. Vivian is a District Literacy Coach who believes... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

9:30am CST

Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
SD

Shareena Daniels

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

9:30am CST

A New Era for Blue Folders LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Blue folders transmission will be conducted in a new way for the 2025-2026 school. Get a head start on what that will look like!
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine MS
  High School SLC Teachers (Only)

9:30am CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

9:30am CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

9:30am CST

Personalized Learning with AI LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Participants will engage in AI to respond to student proficiencies
Speakers
avatar for Jesus Angel Ledesma

Jesus Angel Ledesma

HS Spanish Teacher, Aldine ISD
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

9:30am CST

The Power of Connections: AP Standards Across the Curriculum LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Participants will engage in essential skills for second language success
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

9:30am CST

Enhancing Student Success in the SLC Classroom: Supporting SLC Teachers with SEC Strategies for Students with BIPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
This session dives into analyzing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans, covering effective strategies, data documentation, and collaboration with key resources like the campus Special Education Counselor for primary and elementary SLC teachers.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine MS
  Primary & Elementary SLC Teachers (Only)

9:30am CST

FBA’s, BIP’s, Strategies, Oh My!!! LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Classroom Management Techniques for students with Behavior Intervention Plans in the Structured Learning Classroom setting.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 10:50am CST
Aldine MS
  Secondary SLC & TSC Teachers (Only)

9:30am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 3rd Grade Math - Room 216 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
avatar for Kayla Brooks

Kayla Brooks

Elementary District Math Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

9:30am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 4th Grade Math - Room 218 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
AS

Angel Stelly

Elementary District Math Coach
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

9:30am CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 5th Grade Math - Room 220 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Veronica Reyes

Veronica Reyes

Math Instructional Specialist, STEHLIK Elementary
Math
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
AT

Ashleigh Turner

Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

9:30am CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
_x000D_
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

9:30am CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
_x000D_
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

9:30am CST

O/H, it's a Sine: Right Triangle Trigonometry LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Participants will learn how to integrate oracy and writing strategies using GM4T1L1: Circles
Speakers
SK

Sokhna Kabore

HS Math Teacher/DC
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 11:00am CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

9:30am CST

Visual Arts Primary & Elementary MFAH Learning Through the Arts LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 3:00pm CST
Primary and elementary art educators will leave from the Mead Middle School to attend TEKs in action at MFAH Learning Through the Art professional deveelopment. This is for primary and elementary ART teachers only.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:30am - 3:00pm CST
Mead Middle School
  Visual Arts

9:45am CST

Rhythm in PE LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am CST
Sprinkled in the TEKS is an intimidating word: rhythm. Leave this session feeling confident to keep students engaged when teaching them an important life skill.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
avatar for Naomi Hartl

Naomi Hartl

Science & STEM Subject Matter Expert, School Specialty/Frey Scientific
I graduated from the University of Saskatchewan and started teaching in my home province of Saskatchewan, Canada in 2012. I have taught a variety of subject areas including biology, mathematics, health education, physical education, home economics, and career education. I relocated... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am CST
MEAD MS

9:45am CST

American Heart 2.0 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am CST
Welcome back your favorite life-saving organization who is on a mission to help you with new resources and fundraiser updates.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
AA

Ashley Avalos

AHA Coordinator
Tuesday January 7, 2025 9:45am - 11:00am CST
MEAD MS

10:00am CST

Recruitment Strategies, Expectations and Process LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Participants will meet with their feeder groups/clusters and discuss recruitment and retention strategies with their specific district feeder pattern personnel
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Nimitz HS

10:00am CST

Recruitment Strategies, Expectations and Process LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Participants will meet with their feeder groups/clusters and discuss recruitment and retention strategies with their specific district feeder pattern personnel
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - ALL

10:00am CST

Developing the complete Dance Team LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Developing the complete Dance Team
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - DANCE

10:00am CST

Where is your program and what is your next evolution? LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Where is your program and what is your next evolution?
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am CST
Nimitz HS

12:00pm CST

Frontline EHR Refresher: Enhancing Efficiency and Accuracy in Health Documentation LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Stay confident and efficient in managing student health records with this hands-on refresher course on using the Frontline Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Designed for school nurses and health services staff, this session will provide a comprehensive review of key functions, including documenting visits, managing immunization compliance, generating reports, and accessing essential student health information.

Participants will also learn tips for troubleshooting common issues, streamlining workflows, and ensuring data accuracy to meet district and state requirements. Whether you’re new to the system or need a quick update, this course will help you navigate Frontline EHR with ease and confidence, empowering you to focus on providing quality care to students.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Bamberg Rooms 1. 2. and 3
  Nurses

12:30pm CST

All Health and Physical Education Teachers/PPSGM & TIA: Understanding the Connection
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:00pm CST
Aldine ISD wants to answer all your questions about how to administer an effective PPSGM to give your students the best opportunity to exhbit growth.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:00pm CST
MEAD MS

12:30pm CST

UIL Program Selection LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Music Selection: Assessing the cabiliites of your ensembles - strengths and weaknesses, how do you select the literarure for UIL Contest?

Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nimitz HS

12:30pm CST

Choreography LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Choreography
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - DANCE

12:30pm CST

UIL ONE ACT PREP CONCEPTS LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
UIL ONE ACT PREP CONCEPTS
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CST
Nimitz HS

12:30pm CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 3rd Grade Math - Room 216 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Trujillo

Melissa Trujillo

Math Instructional Specialist, Teacher
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
avatar for Michael Landry

Michael Landry

Math Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

12:30pm CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 4th Grade Math - Room 218 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
MS

Melissa Sanders

Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

12:30pm CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 5th Grade Math - Room 220 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Krystal Davalos

Krystal Davalos

District Math Coach, Aldine ISD
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
avatar for Felecia Simon

Felecia Simon

Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

12:30pm CST

Required (3rd) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
JM

Jamie Myers

Instructional Specialist, Marcella intermediate/aldine isd
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
TL

Tina LaFrance

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  3rd Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

Required (3rd) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
CC

Carmen Conover

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
avatar for Crystal Williams

Crystal Williams

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Crystal Williams is originally from Albuquerque, NM where she received her BA in Psychology and MA in Elementary Education. She has worked in a variety of educational settings--public, private, and charter--and distilled best practices from her time in the classroom and as a leader... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine High & LaPromesa
  3rd Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Felicia Mora

Felicia Mora

Instructional Specialist, Stehlik Elementary
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Justice

Nicole Justice

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
avatar for Vivian Carter

Vivian Carter

District Literacy Coach
Vivian Carter is originally from Bastrop, Louisiana. She earned her B.S. in Child Life and Family Studies from Ruston, Louisiana. She has Teaching Certification in Elementary Education. She has worked in the education field for 27 years. Vivian is a District Literacy Coach who believes... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

Amplify Pilot Only Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Bobbie Taylor

Bobbie Taylor

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
LB

Lacresha Brown

Instructional Specialist, Spence Elementary
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
SD

Shareena Daniels

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
ND

Nora Deleon

Instructional Specialist, Sammons Elementary
avatar for Glenda Griggs

Glenda Griggs

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

12:30pm CST

A New Era for Blue Folders LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Blue folders transmission will be conducted in a new way for the 2025-2026 school. Get a head start on what that will look like!
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine MS
  High School SLC Teachers (Only)

12:30pm CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

12:30pm CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

12:30pm CST

Personalized Learning with AI LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Participants will engage in AI to respond to student proficiencies
Speakers
avatar for Jesus Angel Ledesma

Jesus Angel Ledesma

HS Spanish Teacher, Aldine ISD
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

12:30pm CST

The Power of Connections: AP Standards Across the Curriculum LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Participants will engage in essential skills for second language success
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

12:30pm CST

Enhancing Student Success in the SLC Classroom: Supporting SLC Teachers with SEC Strategies for Students with BIPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
This session dives into analyzing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans, covering effective strategies, data documentation, and collaboration with key resources like the campus Special Education Counselor for primary and elementary SLC teachers.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine MS
  Primary & Elementary SLC Teachers (Only)

12:30pm CST

FBA’s, BIP’s, Strategies, Oh My!!! LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Classroom Management Techniques for students with Behavior Intervention Plans in the Structured Learning Classroom setting.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 1:50pm CST
Aldine MS
  Secondary SLC & TSC Teachers (Only)

12:30pm CST

Focus on singing and development of the voice LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CST
Participants will discover strategies and methods to develop healthy singing from the young voice. Participants will also discuss strategies for a strong choral performance.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Elementary Performing Arts

12:30pm CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
_x000D_
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

12:30pm CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
_x000D_
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 2:00pm CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

12:30pm CST

Algebra 1 PreAP (8th & 9th Grades) LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
MS teachers will learn effective ways to implement SMART Goals and Quarter 3 & 4 TEKS, using the Carnegie curriculum and the PreAP shared principles. They will examine Carnegie lessons and the corresponding PreAP Model lessons, & PreAP Classroom checkpoints, to plan for high quality instructional practices.
Speakers
avatar for James Zessin

James Zessin

MS Math Teacher
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  Algebra 1 PreAP (8th & 9th Grade)

12:30pm CST

Biology Teachers Thinking Big LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Biology Teachers from the following campuses will attend this session: Avalos CTE, Carver HS, Aldine HS, Davis HS, Eisenhower HS, MacArthur HS, Nimitz HS, Hall HS, YWLA, La Promesa and GAP.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Collaborative Content Planning (Avolas CTE/ Carver for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals/SEPS LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Collaborative Content Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW for the following campuses: Avolas CTE and Carver.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
MacArthur 9 will plan instruction for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Speakers
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Davis 9 and KEC (Biology) will plan instruction for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Speakers
VW

Vanessa Williams

Science Instructional Specialist, Davis 9th
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Blanson CTE Science Department will plan instruction for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Speakers
BS

Bertha Smith-Ross

IS at Blanson CTE High School, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz 9 will plan instruction for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Speakers
EB

Eric Barrett

Science Instructional Specialist, Nimitz 9th
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower 9 will plan instruction for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine 9 and Victory Biology teachers will plan instruction for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Speakers
BS

Bertha Smith-Ross

IS at Blanson CTE High School, Aldine ISD
AC

Ashley Cleaver

IS at Aldine 9
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs using the Aquatic Science and the Environmental Systems Pacing Guide LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs using the Aquatic Science and the Environmental Systems Pacing Guide
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs. LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Davis HS planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs. LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPs. LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS planning for the 3rd and 4th NW SMART Goals and SEPS.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Science

12:30pm CST

Writing Wonderland (Participants are required to attend either the morning or afternoon session). Cafeteria LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Participants will engage in scoring calibration and learn various strategies to improve student writing on ECRs and SCRs.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Michelle Becwar

Dr. Michelle Becwar

ELA Program Director, Aldine ISD
avatar for Janeth Cornejo

Janeth Cornejo

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Janeth Cornejo, a certified bilingual/ESL teacher with an M.Ed in counseling, is an ELAR District Literacy Coach for middle school and a presenter for the Teaching and Learning Department in Aldine ISD. Presentations include working with EBs, supporting new arrival students, and supporting... Read More →
avatar for Karen Hill

Karen Hill

Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
This year marks my 31st as a professional public educator. Over the course of three decades, I taught elementary music, third and fourth grades, sixth grade reading intervention, served as a curriculum specialist, a campus administrator, and now as a District Literacy Coach. I began... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Middle School ELA/Literacy

1:00pm CST

Teacher Showcase LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Your colleagues have a wealth of knowledge that they want to share with you. Learn some new activities that you can modify to meet the needs of your students.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
avatar for Linda Nigro

Linda Nigro

Teacher Physical Education and Health, Aldine ISD
I teach Primary and elementary Physical Education and would like to strengthen my literacy and vocabulary knowledge.
JP

Jason Palomarez

PE Teacher at Marcella Elementary
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
MEAD MS

1:00pm CST

Teacher Showcase LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Your colleagues have a wealth of knowledge that they want to share with you. Learn some new activities that you can modify to meet the needs of your students.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
EF

Elizabeth Flores

PE Teacher at YWLA
avatar for Herbert McDaniel

Herbert McDaniel

PE Teacher at Plummer Middle
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
MEAD MS

1:00pm CST

Skill-Based Health Planning LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Collaboratively plan your lessons to emphasize skill-based health in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:00pm - 3:30pm CST
MEAD MS

1:45pm CST

Goals and Information for the Aldine ISD Student Evaluation Program LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:45pm - 2:15pm CST
Goals and Information for the Aldine ISD Student Evaluation Program
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:45pm - 2:15pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - DANCE

1:45pm CST

BUILDING, HOSTING, AND OPERATING INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL GROUP MEETS/EVALUATIONS LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
BUILDING, HOSTING, AND OPERATING INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL GROUP MEETS/EVALUATIONS
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:45pm - 2:30pm CST
Nimitz HS

1:45pm CST

Sightsinging and Music Reading Session LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:45pm - 3:30pm CST
Participants will combine with either secondary choral or instrumental for a sighthreading exercise to reinforce music reading skill and strategies that could benefit their students.
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 1:45pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS

2:00pm CST

Required (3rd) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
CC

Carmen Conover

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
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Crystal Williams

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Crystal Williams is originally from Albuquerque, NM where she received her BA in Psychology and MA in Elementary Education. She has worked in a variety of educational settings--public, private, and charter--and distilled best practices from her time in the classroom and as a leader... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine High & LaPromesa
  3rd Grade ELA/SLA

2:00pm CST

Required (3rd) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
JM

Jamie Myers

Instructional Specialist, Marcella intermediate/aldine isd
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
TL

Tina LaFrance

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  3rd Grade ELA/SLA

2:00pm CST

Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Nicole Justice

Nicole Justice

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
avatar for Vivian Carter

Vivian Carter

District Literacy Coach
Vivian Carter is originally from Bastrop, Louisiana. She earned her B.S. in Child Life and Family Studies from Ruston, Louisiana. She has Teaching Certification in Elementary Education. She has worked in the education field for 27 years. Vivian is a District Literacy Coach who believes... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

2:00pm CST

Required (4th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Felicia Mora

Felicia Mora

Instructional Specialist, Stehlik Elementary
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  4th Grade ELA/SLA

2:00pm CST

Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
ND

Nora Deleon

Instructional Specialist, Sammons Elementary
avatar for Glenda Griggs

Glenda Griggs

Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

2:00pm CST

Required (5th) Race to the Finish Note Taking Strategy for Enhanced ECRs LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides practical strategies for integrating note-taking across genres to develop metacognitive skills and improve ECR performance.
Speakers
avatar for Judarrah Hawkins

Judarrah Hawkins

ELAR 3-5 Program Director, Aldine ISD
SD

Shareena Daniels

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine HS & LaPromesa
  5th Grade ELA/SLA

2:00pm CST

Required Shars Training FULL
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
This session provides mandatory SHARS (School Health and Related Services) training, covering program requirements, documentation, compliance, and reimbursement processes. Participants will learn best practices to ensure accurate reporting and effective implementation of SHARS in their district.
Speakers
BE

Brittany Edwards

Director of Special Education Programming and Instructional Improvement
avatar for Aristide Sidibe

Aristide Sidibe

PM for SpEd
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
Aldine MS
  ECSE  SLC  & TSC Teachers (Only)

2:00pm CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 3rd Grade Math - Room 216 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Trujillo

Melissa Trujillo

Math Instructional Specialist, Teacher
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
avatar for Michael Landry

Michael Landry

Math Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

2:00pm CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 4th Grade Math - Room 218 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
MS

Melissa Sanders

Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

2:00pm CST

Targeting Success: Integrating SMART Goals in 5th Grade Math - Room 220 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
This session will empower elementary math teachers to dig into TEKS with their district's SMART goals. Participants will engage in an in-depth exploration of the TEKS, Eureka lessons and SMART goals, ensuring their instructional practices directly contribute to student success. Through a combination of collaborative activities and practical resources, participants will:
-Analyze the district's SMART goals and identify key areas of focus for math instruction
-Unpack relevant TEKS and identify the knowledge and skills students need to master
-Internalize high-quality lessons and activities
Speakers
avatar for Krystal Davalos

Krystal Davalos

District Math Coach, Aldine ISD
avatar for Tia Smart

Tia Smart

Elementary Math Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tia Smart graduated from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. She has worked as a resource teacher, math teacher,  math instructional coach, and Program Director.  Tia received her Masters of Education in School Leadership from Sam  Houston State University. Tia believes all... Read More →
avatar for Felecia Simon

Felecia Simon

Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  3-5 Math

2:00pm CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
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Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

2:00pm CST

“Scaffolding Questions in Secondary: BUILDING STUDENT SUCCESS STEP BY STEP” LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
This session is MANDATORY for all ELA teachers. Participants will learn how to effectively plan scaffolding questions to help students access the more rigorous grade-level questions. _x000D_
_x000D_
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Diaz

Carlos Diaz

District Literacy Coach, Aldine ISD
My name is Carlos Díaz, and I am one of our high school district literacy coaches. I’m a first-generation Salvadoran-American and a proud product of Aldine schools (go Nimitz coogs!). My view of literacy is viewed through the lens of those two identities. As the child of immigrant... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  High School English Language Arts

2:00pm CST

Algebra 1 Planning Planning Sessio( A9,M9, Blanson, Avalos, Carver, AHS, La Promesa, YWLA, MHS) LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to unpack topics, internalize lessons, and create student work examples on M4T2L5 & L6
Speakers
avatar for Niphonephet Dupuy

Niphonephet Dupuy

HS Math Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

Algebra 1 Planning Planning Sessio( N9, D9, E9, NHS, DHS, EHS, Hall, KEC) LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to unpack topics, internalize lessons, and create student work examples on M4T2L5 & L6
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Grant

Jennifer Grant

HS Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

Algebra 2 Planning Session (A9, M9, Blanson, Avalos, Carver, AHS, La Promesa, YWLA, MHS)
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to unpack topics, internalize lessons, and create student work examples on M3T1L2: Polynomial Division
Speakers
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

Algebra 2 Planning Session (N9, D9, E9, NHS, DHS, EHS, Hall, KEC) LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to unpack topics, internalize lessons, and create student work examples on M3T1L2: Polynomial Division
Speakers
avatar for Diane Nwokey

Diane Nwokey

HS Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

AR Planning Session LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to design lessons and student work examples on higher-order functions.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Merchant

Monica Merchant

HS Math Instructional Specialist, Aldine ISD Nimitz Sr High School
RM

Regina McDonald

HS Math Instructional Specialist
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

Geometry Planning Session FILLING
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to unpack topics, internalize lessons, and create student work examples on M3T1L5 & L6; They will also learn how to use Geometry Desmos to explore geometric relationships.
Speakers
SK

Sokhna Kabore

HS Math Teacher/DC
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

Precalculus Planning Session LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Teachers will collaborate with other district teachers to unpack topics, internalize lessons, and create student work examples for Trig Equations, Vectors & Non-Rectangular functions.
Speakers
AM

Annette Moore

HS Math Instructional Specialist, Carver
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Eisenhower HS
  High School Math

2:00pm CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

2:00pm CST

Lesson Planning with AP Standards Integration LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Explore practical strategies for designing engaging and rigorous lesson plans
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

2:00pm CST

Personalized Learning with AI LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Participants will engage in AI to respond to student proficiencies
Speakers
avatar for Jesus Angel Ledesma

Jesus Angel Ledesma

HS Spanish Teacher, Aldine ISD
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

2:00pm CST

The Power of Connections: AP Standards Across the Curriculum LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Participants will engage in essential skills for second language success
Speakers
MT

Migdalia Trevino

Program Director, Aldine ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Aldine HS & La Promesa
  LOTE

2:00pm CST

How to integrate Lü into your physical education environement. LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Lü transforms any space into an active and immersive educational environment where kids are engaged physically, intellectually, and social-emotionally.
Speakers
avatar for Sandy Hill

Sandy Hill

Director of Business Development Education, Data Projections
Anything audio visual for your school districts. We work with school district leaders in areas such as upgrading board rooms, stadiums, classrooms, LGI Rooms with solutions such as Crestron, Epson, Biamp, Clevertouch, Promethean, Audio Enhancement, Front Row, Zoom, zSpace, Class VR... Read More →
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
MEAD MS

2:00pm CST

Fitnessgram & Pacing Calendars LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
Start the year off with your students on the right foot by knowing where to access the Pacing Calendars and custom curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Hernandez

Kenneth Hernandez

Coordinator of Health & Physical Education, Aldine ISD
I have been blessed to have taught physical education in Aldine ISD for 9 years. My beautiful and loving wife has continued to support me to do what I love. My two sons have strengthened my patience and flexibility, which is an essential tool in the teaching profession. I truly enjoy... Read More →
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CST
MEAD MS

2:15pm CST

Sightsinging and Music Reading Session LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Participants will combine with either secondary choral or instrumental for a sighthreading exercise to reinforce music reading skill and strategies that could benefit their students.
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Elementary Performing Arts

2:30pm CST

Creating the Dance Collective LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Creating the Dance Collective
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Secondary Performing Arts - DANCE

2:45pm CST

Staging Intimacy with Secondary Students: Imaginary Circumstances...Real Emotions_x000D_ Whether it's Streetcar Named Desire or Fences, In the Heights or Rent, staging intimate moments is required to tell the story fully. This staff development covers:_x0 LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm CST
Staging the actor’s boundaries
Creating a safe space to choreograph these beautiful honest moments
Fostering a culture of consen
Best practices for communication around intimacy
Helpful vocabulary & best practices for choreographing the moment
Speakers
RR

Refugio Rodriguez

Director of Performing Arts, ALDINE ISD
Tuesday January 7, 2025 2:45pm - 3:30pm CST
Nimitz HS

3:45pm CST

Songs for January/February LIMITED
Tuesday January 7, 2025 3:45pm - 4:30pm CST
Participants will review folk music and other songs related to the Aldine ISD Elementary Music Curriculum for the months of January and February
Tuesday January 7, 2025 3:45pm - 4:30pm CST
Nimitz HS
  Elementary Performing Arts
 
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  • Grade 3 Science
  • Grade 5 Science
  • Grades 3-5 Science
  • Grades 4-5 Science
  • High School English Language Arts
  • High School Math
  • High School Science
  • High School SLC Teachers (Only)
  • HS Social Studies
  • K-2 ELAR Self Contained/ Departmentatilized
  • K-2 Math
  • K-2 Science
  • Kinder Math Self Contained
  • Kinder Self Contained
  • KIndergarten Self Contained
  • LOTE
  • Magic School
  • Middle School ELA/Literacy
  • Middle School Math
  • Middle School Science
  • Nurses
  • NWEA MAP Growth
  • Online Learning
  • Opening Session All Health & Physical Education
  • Optional for SLAR K-2 Pilot and Non-Pilot Teachers
  • Optional for SLAR K-2 Pilot ISs and DLCs
  • PK-2 Self Contained/ Departmentatilized
  • PK-2 Social Studies
  • PK-2nd Math
  • PK ELAR Self Contained
  • PK ELAR Self Contained Frog Street
  • PK-K Math Self Contained
  • PK Math Self Contained
  • Primary
  • Primary & Elementary Physical Education
  • Primary & Elementary SLC Teachers (Only)
  • Required for SLAR 1st Grade Non-Pilot Teachers
  • Required for SLAR 1st Grade Pilot Teachers
  • Required for SLAR 2nd Grade Non-Pilot Teachers
  • Required for SLAR 2nd Grade Pilot Teachers
  • Required for SLAR KG Non-Pilot Teachers
  • Required for SLAR Kindergarten Pilot Teachers
  • Required for SLAR PK3 & PK Teachers
  • RTI
  • Secondary Health & Physical Education
  • Secondary Performing Arts - ALL
  • Secondary Performing Arts - BAND
  • Secondary Performing Arts - DANCE
  • Secondary Performing Arts MS & HS THEATRE
  • Secondary Performing Arts/CHOIR
  • & Secondary Physical Education
  • Secondary School Health & Physical Education
  • Secondary SLC & TSC Teachers (Only)
  • SHINE
  • SLA 3-5 Choice Session
  • SLA 3-5 Required Session
  • SLA 3-5 SLA Choice Session
  • SLA Choice Session
  • SLC
  • SLC & TSC Teachers (Only)
  • STRINGS/Secondary Performing Arts - BAND
  • & TSC Teachers (Only)
  • TWDL
  • Visual Arts