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Back-to-School ConnectED Conference 2026
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
This session, led by a 4th grade teacher and a school librarian, explores engaging ways to teach research to 3rd–5th grade students using read-alouds, picture books, graphic novels, and primary sources. Participants will learn practical, classroom-tested strategies to spark curiosity, build background knowledge, and promote critical thinking across content areas. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use ideas and lessons that make research interactive and meaningful.
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Deidre Ables

Media Specialist, West Pelzer Elementary School
This marks my eleventh year at West Pelzer as a school librarian. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture from Clemson University and a Master’s in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina. I recently obtained National Board Certification in 20... Read More →
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Whitney Broderick

Fourth Grade Teacher, West Pelzer Elementary School
I will be beginning my 20th year of teaching in the 2026-2027 school year! I have taught all my years in Anderson School District 1 at West Pelzer Elementary. I have taught third and fourth grade. I am certified to teach K4-6th grade and GT! I have my Masters in Elementary Educat... Read More →
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Julianne Kaye

Media Specialist, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
I have dedicated 24 years to education, including six years as a first- and third-grade teacher and the past 18 years as an elementary school librarian, where I inspire a love of reading and lifelong learning in my students. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Lenoir-Rhyne... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
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