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Back-to-School ConnectED Conference 2026
Friday, July 31
 

8:15am EDT

Opening Keynote: What Great Educators Do Differently
Friday July 31, 2026 8:15am - 9:15am EDT
Gym
Speakers
TW

Todd Whitaker

Speaker, Author
Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a research... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 8:15am - 9:15am EDT
Gym
  Keynote

9:30am EDT

Brains on Overdrive: Behavior in the Age of Screens and Stress K4-5
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
416
Limited Capacity seats available
Do you have students that struggle with regulating emotions, coping with frustration, or having the stamina to persist through difficult tasks? This session breaks down how screen exposure and stress affect the brain and gives teachers realistic, classroom strategies they can use immediately to improve student behavior and engagement.
Speakers
JD

Jennifer Dorriety

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
416
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Data at a Glance: Using Spreadsheets to Monitor ES Progress
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
409
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session teachers will learn how to use a spreadsheet that takes essential standard data and calculates progress automatically to develop a plan of action. Teachers will learn how to edit the spreadsheet and change it to meet the needs of their team. The spreadsheet tracks separate classroom progress as well as whole grade levels.
Speakers
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Michael James

2nd Grade Teacher, West Pelzer Elementary School
Michael James is a fourth grade teacher in his 8th year of teaching upper elementary. Michael is passionate about developing systems that work for teachers. In his mind, data is a tool that can help all teachers define success for each of their students if used in an effective wa... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
409
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Extension in the Elementary Reading Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
404
Limited Capacity seats available
Turn “early finishers” into eager explorers. In this session, literacy coaches will share practical, high-impact extension activities that deepen comprehension, strengthen vocabulary, and spark independent thinking in elementary readers.
Speakers
MB

Mary Beth Smith

Literacy Coach, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
RR

Rebecca Ratcliffe

Literacy Coach, Wren Elementary School
HM

Haley Mahon

Literacy Coach, West Pelzer Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
404
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Getting Started with Freckle
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
402
Limited Capacity seats available
Join our Renaissance representative to learn more about Freckle.
Moderators
AC
Speakers
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Lisa Baumohl

Renaissance

Sponsors
avatar for Renaissance
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
402
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Interpreting Decoding and Encoding Assessments
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
406
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session, teachers will learn how to interpret spelling inventories (encoding assessments) and the LETRS word-reading assessment (decoding assessment) to guide instructional decisions. Analyses can be used to both group students and determine learning objectives for individual students.
Speakers
KR

Kim Ragan

Interventionist and Literacy Specialist, West Pelzer Elementary School
M.Ed. Literacy, Certified Literacy Specialist, Orton-Gillingham - Trained
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
406
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

PebbleGo and Let Them Grow!
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
415
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn how to navigate PebbleGo and how this resource can be beneficial in the classroom for all readers, regardless of his/her reading level. They will also learn how to access the many resources that are available through the app/website, and how these resources can enhance lessons with all learners.
Speakers
avatar for Brenda Perry

Brenda Perry

Elementary Librarian, Cedar Grove Elementary School
With over 14 years experience as a classroom teacher and elementary librarian, I am passionate about helping students discover the joy of reading. As a librarian, I am dedicated to connecting learners with books that build confidence in reading and encouraging them to become lifelong... Read More →
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Jodi Cowart

Middle School Librarian, Powdersville Middle School
With over 25 years in public education at the elementary and middle school levels serving as a fourth grade classroom teacher, teacher of Gifted & Talented, a Reading Coach and a librarian, my heart lies in connecting teachers and students to excellent books and resources that support... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
415
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Power Partnering: Unlocking the Full Potential of Your TA
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
403
Limited Capacity seats available
Discover how a well-utilized teaching assistant can transform your classroom. In this session, you’ll gain simple, high-impact strategies to strengthen collaboration, streamline support, and accelerate student learning.
Speakers
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Chelsea Roberts

Kindergarten Teacher, West Pelzer Elementary School
Chelsea Roberts is an elementary teacher with 14 years of experience in kindergarten through 2nd grade. She loves creating engaging, hands-on lessons that build strong foundations in literacy and math. Chelsea is passionate about helping students grow as independent learners and enjoys... Read More →
EO

Emily Owens

Kindergarten Teacher Assistant, West Pelzer Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
403
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Seesaw AI: Smarter Tools for Elementary Classrooms
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
401
Limited Capacity seats available
Seesaw AI is purpose-built for elementary classrooms to tackle real challenges and boost student success. Our AI tools support teachers in creating meaningful learning experiences that connect with every student and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Discover how to save time on assignments, assessments, and communication so you can focus on what matters most: your students. Understand...
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Moderators
AS
Speakers
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Seesaw

Seesaw

Sponsors
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Seesaw

Seesaw

Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
401
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

Where Wonder Begins: Science Curriculum Highlights
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
408
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will guide teachers in using the NSTA-recommended mapping strategy to connect engaging phenomena to standards and instruction. Participants will explore how real-world phenomena can drive student curiosity, questioning, and deeper scientific understanding. Teachers will also dig into curriculum folders to examine the wide range of available resources, including lesson materials,...
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Speakers
BO

Beth Owings

STEM Teacher/ Lead Elem Science Teacher, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
408
  Elementary (EC/ES)

9:30am EDT

504 Coordinator Training
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
501
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is a training for 504 coordinators with Dr. Keith
Speakers
DB

Dr. Brian Keith

Director of Special Services, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
501
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Bridging Cultural Gaps: Empowering Multiligual Families
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
513
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores how the Parent Liaison role in Anderson One supports multilingual families by bridging cultural and educational gaps through strong partnerships with teachers, counselors, and caregivers. Participants will learn about the district’s cultural diversity, the four key focus areas: communication, advocacy, engagement, and newcomer support, and how these efforts nurture the...
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Speakers
GB

Gabriela Brady

Parent Liaison, District Office
NR

Ni Riddle

Parent Liaison, District Office
I serve as a Parent Liaison and Spanish Interpreter for Anderson District One Schools, where I help bridge communication between families and educators. With over six years of experience in education, I support Spanish-speaking families by interpreting meetings, translating documents... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
513
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Canva Classroom: A Beginner's Guide to Using Canva for Teachers
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
407
Limited Capacity seats available
The design space we all love, but not sure how to utilize with only a little time. Canva Classroom will be a dive into Canva for beginners as well as those wanting to know more!
Speakers
DH

Danielle Harrelson

Second Grade Teacher, Wren Elementary School
My name is Dani Harrelson, I am a second grade teacher at Wren Elementary. I am a proud mom of my 9 year old chocolate lab and a lover of Chicago hot dogs! I am so excited to help you create things you can use in your classroom!
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
407
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Classroom Management From The Ground Up
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Gym
Classroom management can make or break your teaching. Whether you have been teaching one year or twenty-one years, it is often the biggest frustration we face and it affects our teaching and job satisfaction each day. Every teacher does the best they know how when it comes to classroom management, and this session is designed so that we can all learn to be even better. This fun, high-energy...
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Speakers
TW

Todd Whitaker

Speaker, Author
Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a research... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Gym
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Clearing the Noise: Everyday Mental Wellness Habits for Educators
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
201
Limited Capacity seats available
By mid-morning, many already feel like their brains are in overdriveThe constant stream of decisions, interruptions, and “stuff” can make it hard to think clearly or turn work off at the end of the day. This session offers a chance to slow the mental spin and pick up realistic habits that protect your focus and peace of mind. Participants will identify energy drains during the school day and...
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Speakers
JR

Josh Ray

Educational Speaker, Author, Teacher welness?
Joshua Ray, EdD, is an educational speaker and author who has led the Professional Learning Communities (PLC) at Work® process at the elementary, secondary, and district level. He is passionate about building healthy school cultures, the work of collaborative teams, systems of support... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
201
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Don't Foul Out
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
210
Limited Capacity seats available
Join Mrs. Becky Brady and Mrs. Melissa Tollison as they give points to help you navigate today's landscape while being aware of rules and regulations. This session is for Athletic Directors, Athletic Coaches, and Band Directors.
Speakers
BB

Becky Brady

Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, District Office
MT

Melissa Tollison

Executive Director of Personnel, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
210
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Ever Thought About Becoming a Foster Parent?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
503
Limited Capacity seats available
Through no fault of their own, the children in the Lutheran Services Carolina program have experienced challenges. LSC’s Foster Care program helps them change course by pairing them with foster parents who are invested in their well-being and committed to providing a smoother path forward. Attend this session to learn more about how to become a foster parent.
Speakers
JC
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
503
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

From Compliance To Persistence
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
509
Limited Capacity seats available
This session highlights new instructional strategies I have used and refined to increase student engagement, ownership of learning, and depth of understanding. Participants will explore how intentional lesson design, student choice, and structured inquiry can shift classrooms from teacher-led to student-driven learning. Practical examples and ready-to-use ideas will be shared so strategies can be...
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Speakers
avatar for Abbie McReynolds

Abbie McReynolds

Seventh Grade Science Teacher, Palmetto Middle School
Abbie McReynolds is a 7th grade science teacher at Palmetto Middle School. She is passionate about designing instruction that increases student engagement, ownership, and persistence in learning. Through her classroom practice, she has focused on shifting from teacher-led instruction... Read More →
avatar for Carlye Cole

Carlye Cole

Special Education Teacher, Palmetto Middle School
My name is Carlye Cole. I currently teach an intellectual disabilities self-contained classroom at Palmetto Middle School. With 11 years of experience in Anderson School Distrcit One, I have worked with a wide range of students and abilities across both middle and elementary school... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
509
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

How Can I Help Students Prepare For College Admissions?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
204
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore how to support students preparing for college, demystify the admissions and financial aid process, and provide practical strategies for teachers to guide students toward postsecondary success, especially for first-generation students.
Speakers
DC

Dr. Christian Barrientos

Associate Director for Curriculum and Assessment in the Division of Community Engagement, Belonging, and Access, Clemson University
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
204
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Pear Assessment for Beginners
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
506
Limited Capacity seats available
Ready to get started with Pear Assessment? This beginner-friendly session will walk you through the essentials of creating interactive assessments that provide real-time insight into student learning. Teachers will explore core tools, see examples in action, and spend dedicated time building their own assessment. You’ll leave with a completed resource and the confidence to start using Pear right...
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Speakers
avatar for Caytee Chapman

Caytee Chapman

Chemistry Teacher, Powdersville High School
I’m Caytee Chapman, a chemistry teacher at Powdersville High School in Anderson School District One. I teach College Prep, Honors, and AP Chemistry and enjoy helping students build strong conceptual understanding through problem-solving, inquiry, and real-world connections.
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
506
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

School Technican Training with TSS (REQUIRED)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
205
Limited Capacity seats available
This REQURED session is designed for School Techs to meet with TSS
Speakers
GD

Garrett Davidson

Systems Administrator, TSS
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Jeffrey Dillard

Senior Systems Administrator, TSS
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
205
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Sending out an SOS: Strategies to Save Your Sanity (and Your Lesson)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
413
Limited Capacity seats available
We’ve all had those moments...when the lesson isn’t landing, engagement is low, looking for a way to check for understanding, and you need a quick reset. This session is your SOS. We’ll spotlight easy, effective instructional strategies you can pull out in real time to re-engage students and get learning back on track using Discovery Education tools.
Speakers
PI

Pam Inabinett

Director, Partner Success, SE, Discovery Education
Pam Inabinett brings two decades of South Carolina classroom experience and just the right amount of tech-loving enthusiasm. She started as a classroom teacher before becoming an Instructional Technology Specialist in Dorchester School District Two, where she first discovered the... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
413
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

The Focus Formula: How the 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) Help Us Achieve What Matters Most
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
514
Limited Capacity seats available
Most schools have goals—but not every school consistently achieves them. The difference isn't working harder; it's having a process that keeps everyone focused on what matters most. In this interactive session, you'll discover how the 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) can transform classroom, grade-level, and school goals into meaningful action and measurable results. Learn how wildly important...
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Speakers
JS

Jamie Spinks

Leader in Me Coach and Consultant, FranklinCovey
Jamie Spinks is a full time Leader in Me Coach and Consultant. He is an enthusiastic educator who has served in different roles including teacher, assistant principal, college instructor, and 16 years as a principal. His principal experience includes leading two schools in the Leader... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
514
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Trauma-Informed Teaching That Works
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
410
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will equip educators with trauma-informed practices that strengthen relationships, support emotional regulation, and create calmer classrooms. Participants will explore easy-to-implement routines and language shifts that make a big impact on student behavior and learning. Attendees will walk away with strategies they can use the very next day.
Speakers
RC

Randy Coleman

Fifth Grade Teacher, Spearman Elementary School
Randy Coleman is an elementary educator dedicated to building trauma-informed, relationship-centered classrooms where all students feel safe, supported, and capable of success. He brings a strong background in instructional leadership, data-driven teaching, and literacy development... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
410
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Canva for Office Staff
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
515
Limited Capacity seats available
Come learn some basic but essential Canva skills
Speakers
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Dawn Nichols

Administrative Assistant, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
515
  Office Staff

9:30am EDT

Front Office 101: Procedures, Processes & Best Practices
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
209
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will review important beginning-of-year front office procedures and expectations to help ensure a smooth and successful start to the school year. Topics will include key processes, best practices, and helpful reminders to support daily operations and effective communication within your school.
Speakers
JP

Jessica Payne

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office

KB

Kristie Berry

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
209
  Office Staff

9:30am EDT

Google - Tips and Tricks
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
510
Limited Capacity seats available
Tips and Tricks in GMail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and Google Sheets
Speakers
HG

Heather Gambrell

Exec Assistant, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
510
  Office Staff

9:30am EDT

Follet Check in: Media Specialists
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
519
Limited Capacity seats available
This meeting is for Media Specialists and is your back to school check in with Follett.
Speakers
RM

Robert Mackey

Content Solutions Account Manager, Follett
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
519
  Related Arts

9:30am EDT

The Modern PE Classroom: A Custom Fitness Portal in Practice
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
411
Limited Capacity seats available
This session introduces the Palmetto PE Fitness Portal, a custom-built web application that digitizes FitnessGram assessment, automates reporting, and gives students real-time visibility into their fitness data. Attendees will see the tool in action, hear how it's used day to day, and explore how purpose-built technology can elevate PE into a measurable, data-driven content area.
Speakers
JW

Jack Wardlaw

Health & PE Teacher, Palmetto High School
Jack Wardlaw teaches Health and Physical Education at Palmetto High School and serves as Defensive Coordinator for Palmetto High School's football team. He builds the technology his classroom and program run on, like fitness assessment portals, performance dashboards, and coaching... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
411
  Related Arts

9:30am EDT

7 Mindsets: Student Wellness
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
202
Limited Capacity seats available
Come learn about the 7 Mindsets software and how it supports restorative practices in the classroom.
Speakers
SD

Sarah Dean

Regional Sales Director, 7 Mindsets
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
202
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

Adulting- Teaching Students Important Financial Skills
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
516
Limited Capacity seats available
A High-Impact Strategy to teach financial literacy to secondary students. You will learn about the multi-year program that I have developed and use within my classroom that can be modified to use.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Fluharty

Amber Fluharty

9-12th ED/LD Self-Contained, Wren High School
Amber Fluharty is a high school self-contained teacher. I have been teaching within the high school setting for 3 years and spent 7 years teaching self-contained middle school students. I started this project 10 years ago with my former middle school students on a basic level. The... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
516
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

CANCELLED From Silence to Sensemaking: Using Talk as a Tool for Learning
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
518
Limited Capacity seats available
In this interactive session, we’ll dive into how “thinking partners” and engaging discourse routines can spark meaningful conversations and deepen student understanding. Discover how anchoring phenomena can drive curiosity and sensemaking, all while tapping into the rich funds of knowledge students bring with them every day.
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
518
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

Curriculum Disconnect: Are You Truly Teaching What is Being Tested?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
504
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will explore a systematic methodology for recalibrating instructional content and formative assessments, ensuring every classroom activity is purposefully mapped to the cognitive demands of state standards. Beyond theoretical alignment, this workshop offers a transparent look at our realignment process: what worked, what didn't, and where we are headed!
Speakers
JW

Joanna Watkins

Librarian, Palmetto High School
AY

Alex Young

Social Studies Teacher, Palmetto High School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
504
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

English 2 Check-In
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
517
Limited Capacity seats available
English 2 teams from across the district will meet to reflect on essential skills for the 2026-2027 school year. We will also discuss mock EOCs and share strategies.
Speakers
avatar for Jamie Sanders

Jamie Sanders

Instructional Coach, Powdersville High School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
517
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

iReady - Teacher Toolbox Classroom Resources
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
511
Limited Capacity seats available
Teachers learn to navigate Teacher Toolbox and how to find resources to support teacher-led instruction, independent practice, and assessment. Teachers use i-Ready data to plan for differentiated support using Toolbox resources within an upcoming unit or lesson.
•Navigate Teacher Toolbox and use resources to plan for differentiated support
Speakers
MC

Melissa Campbell

Professional Learning Specialist, iReady/Curriculum Associates
Melissa brings 19 years of public education teaching and coaching experience to her work as a Professional Learning Specialist with Curriculum Associates. Her passion for data-informed instruction and data analysis drives the professional learning she designs and facilitates, with... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Curriculum Associates
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
511
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

Power Tools for Teaching
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
505
Limited Capacity seats available
Implementing these four Power Tools into daily classroom practice will provide in-depth opportunities for students to show what they know and take ownership of their own learning. These strategies will also help teachers become more informed about student performance, misconceptions, and progress toward mastery... and require little to no prep!
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Weaver

Ashley Weaver

8th Grade Math Teacher, Powdersville Middle School
Dr. Ashley Weaver is a National Board Certified, 8th grade math teacher at Powdersville Middle School with 18 years of experience in the classroom. Her goal as an educator is to convince the world that every person is a "math person." When not in school, you can find her with her... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
505
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

Soundtrap Podcasts
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
207
Limited Capacity seats available
Join this session to learn about creating student podcasts with Soundtrap
Speakers
TS

Tina Shah

Sales Representative, Soundtrap
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
207
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

The Voice
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
508
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will highlight how schools can intentionally give students a voice through the development and structure of a Lighthouse Team. Participants will learn how student leaders can be selected, organized, and empowered to create a positive school culture, lead initiatives, and provide meaningful input throughout the school year. Teachers will leave with practical ideas for building student...
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Speakers
NP

Nicole Phibbs

8th Grade Math Teacher, Wren Middle School
AG

Angie Gaines

8th Grade Inclusion Teacher, Wren Middle School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
508
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

Tracking Student Data
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
507
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is designed to share and present how to track student and teacher data using Learning Target Trackers and Google Sheets to share data. Utilizing this data allows teachers and student to be aware of where each class and student are in their mastery journey.
Speakers
BS

Brittany Shepherd

9th grade biology teacher, Palmetto High School
GC

Garland Cox

9th grade bio teacher, Palmetto High School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
507
  Secondary (MS/HS)

9:30am EDT

SPED 101 for LEAs
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
208
Limited Capacity seats available
Master the essentials of special education oversight in this session. For LEA representatives, an IEP meeting is both a legal safeguard and an instructional blueprint. This session will help you lead with confidence, ensure procedural integrity, and use your authority strategically to drive student outcomes.
Speakers
KP

Katie Perry

Secondary Sped Instructional Coach, District Office
KC

Katie Castora

Elementary Sped Instructional Coach, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
208
  Special Education

9:30am EDT

K4 Opening Meeting
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
414
Limited Capacity seats available
This meeting is for all K4 teachers and assistants.
Speakers
KS

Karen Sweat

Early Learning Literacy Specialist, Palmetto Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
414
  Elementary (EC/ES)
  • Audience K4

9:30am EDT

Elevate Your Impact: Summer Book Study Culmination
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
Wren High School Auditorium
Limited Capacity seats available
This sesssion is only for people who have been a part of the summer book study with TJ Rumler.
Speakers
TR

TJ Rumler

TJ Rumler Consulting
I didn't always know...
that I wanted to be a social worker, but I always knew I loved helping others. I am incredibly grateful to be able to serve others, and in my role as consultant help you as you continue to serve others in your capacity. If you've landed on this page you probably want to know a little... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
Wren High School Auditorium
  General Audience

9:30am EDT

Bookkeeper FY27 Kickoff Meeting
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
207
Limited Capacity seats available
Get ready for a successful FY 27 at your school. Join Cyndi Durham for updates and important information for ALL bookkeepers.
Speakers
CD

Cyndi Durham

Director of Finance, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
207
  Office Staff

9:30am EDT

Building Literacy and Musicianship Skills into the Choral Rehearsal and General Music Setting: RHYTHM (Elem)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
211
Limited Capacity seats available
Elementary music teachers, join clinician Dr. Carol Kreuger for a session designed just for you!
Speakers
DC
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
211
  Related Arts

9:30am EDT

Strengthening Tier 1 with Cooperative Learning and Differentiated Small Group Instruction
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
Library
Limited Capacity seats available
Strong Tier 1 instruction requires intentional decision-making about how students engage with information, process their learning, and receive the support or challenge they need to make progress. In this session, participants will explore how to use learning goals and student data to determine when whole-group instruction is the most effective pathway and when differentiated small-group...
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Speakers
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Catlin Tucker

Education Expert, Best-Selling Author, and International Speaker
Dr. Catlin Tucker is an education expert, bestselling author, and international speaker with 24 years of experience in education. Named Sonoma County Teacher of the Year in 2010, she earned a Master’s in Education from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a doctorate... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 9:30am - 11:15am EDT
Library
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Accommodations Made Easy
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
409
Limited Capacity seats available
This presentation provides a practical breakdown of commonly seen IEP accommodations, offering clear classroom examples to eliminate implementation confusion in core subjects. It equips educators with a universal checklist for quick reference and essential advice on communicating these supports to parents during assessments. Lastly, we provide the essential resources to implement accommodations...
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Speakers
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Jill Walls

Resource Teacher, Hunt Meadows Elementary School

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Cynthia Hembree

Special Education Teacher, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
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Miranda Cubitt

Special Education Teacher, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
409
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Authentic Assessment and Insights with Seesaw
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
401
Limited Capacity seats available
Effective formative assessment is key to guiding instruction and supporting student growth. In this session, explore how to use Seesaw to create auto-graded assessments that deliver real-time insights into student understanding and save teachers’ time.
Explore formative assessment types
View assessment data
Create formative assessments
Moderators
KB
Speakers
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Seesaw

Seesaw

Sponsors
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Seesaw

Seesaw

Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
401
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Creating Calm in the Chaos
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
411
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn various strategies, organizational tips, and management tools to create a calm classroom environment that is conducive for all learners. Participants will leave with ideas, tips, and tricks that can be implemented immediately.
Speakers
KT

Kimberly Terry

Former Kindergarten Teacher - Now Reading Interventionist, Spearman Elementary School
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Judy Griggs

Literacy Coach, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
411
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Extension in the Elementary Reading Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
404
Limited Capacity seats available
Turn “early finishers” into eager explorers. In this session, literacy coaches will share practical, high-impact extension activities that deepen comprehension, strengthen vocabulary, and spark independent thinking in elementary readers.
Speakers
MB

Mary Beth Smith

Literacy Coach, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
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Rebecca Ratcliffe

Literacy Coach, Wren Elementary School
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Haley Mahon

Literacy Coach, West Pelzer Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
404
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

From Stories to Sources: Sparking Curiosity in 3rd–5th Grade Learners!
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
406
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...
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Speakers
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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
406
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Getting Started with Lalilo
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
402
Limited Capacity seats available
Join our Renaissance representative to learn more about adminstering Lalilo.
Moderators
LB
Speakers
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Lisa Baumohl

Renaissance

Sponsors
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Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
402
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Making Prevention Loop Work in the Early Childhood Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
403
Limited Capacity seats available
Taking a close look at how to organize and run ela and math prevention loops in the kindergarten class. Will provide a model of utilizing the UFLI curriculum, incorporating decodables/leveled readers, and getting the most bang for your buck to hit the most foundational skills in the allotted time period. Will also look at how to fine tune and ensure all students have access to and plenty of...
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Speakers
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Chelsea Roberts

Kindergarten Teacher, West Pelzer Elementary School
Chelsea Roberts is an elementary teacher with 14 years of experience in kindergarten through 2nd grade. She loves creating engaging, hands-on lessons that build strong foundations in literacy and math. Chelsea is passionate about helping students grow as independent learners and enjoys... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
403
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Tier 2 by Design: Using Data to Group with Purpose
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
407
Limited Capacity seats available
This professional development session will help teachers use student data intentionally to create effective instructional groups that target specific learning needs. Participants will explore how to group and regroup students by essential standards, allowing for more focused instruction, flexible support, and responsive teaching that drives student growth.
Speakers
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Candice Garrison

Literacy Coach, Concrete Elementary School
Candice Garrison is the Literacy Coach at Concrete Primary and has served in this role for 4 years. Prior to becoming the Literacy Coach, Candice taugh Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade. Candice has a passion for helping students learn to read and close gaps! She specializes in helping... Read More →
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Nicole McGaha

Literacy Coach, Oak Hill Elementary School
Nicole McGaha is a veteran educator who truly "gets" the classroom. With over 18 years of experience under her belt, she spent over a decade teaching before stepping into her current role as the Literacy Coach at Powdersville Elementary. For the last five years, Nicole has focused... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
407
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Where Wonder Begins: Science Curriculum Highlights
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
408
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will guide teachers in using the NSTA-recommended mapping strategy to connect engaging phenomena to standards and instruction. Participants will explore how real-world phenomena can drive student curiosity, questioning, and deeper scientific understanding. Teachers will also dig into curriculum folders to examine the wide range of available resources, including lesson materials,...
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Speakers
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Beth Owings

STEM Teacher/ Lead Elem Science Teacher, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
408
  Elementary (EC/ES)

10:30am EDT

Bridging Cultural Gaps: Empowering Multiligual Families
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
513
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores how the Parent Liaison role in Anderson One supports multilingual families by bridging cultural and educational gaps through strong partnerships with teachers, counselors, and caregivers. Participants will learn about the district’s cultural diversity, the four key focus areas: communication, advocacy, engagement, and newcomer support, and how these efforts nurture the...
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Speakers
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Gabriela Brady

Parent Liaison, District Office
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Ni Riddle

Parent Liaison, District Office
I serve as a Parent Liaison and Spanish Interpreter for Anderson District One Schools, where I help bridge communication between families and educators. With over six years of experience in education, I support Spanish-speaking families by interpreting meetings, translating documents... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
513
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Clearing the Noise: Everyday Mental Wellness Habits for Educators
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
201
Limited Capacity seats available
By mid-morning, many already feel like their brains are in overdriveThe constant stream of decisions, interruptions, and “stuff” can make it hard to think clearly or turn work off at the end of the day. This session offers a chance to slow the mental spin and pick up realistic habits that protect your focus and peace of mind. Participants will identify energy drains during the school day and...
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Speakers
JR

Josh Ray

Educational Speaker, Author, Teacher welness?
Joshua Ray, EdD, is an educational speaker and author who has led the Professional Learning Communities (PLC) at Work® process at the elementary, secondary, and district level. He is passionate about building healthy school cultures, the work of collaborative teams, systems of support... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
201
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Communication with Multi-Lingual Families
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
210
Limited Capacity seats available
We will focus on ways to communicate with non-English speaking families to help them be involved and feel welcome. We will also talk about Syncroz.
Speakers
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Melissa Thomas

ML Teacher, Powdersville Elementary School

Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
210
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Ever Thought About Becoming a Foster Parent?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
503
Limited Capacity seats available
Through no fault of their own, the children in the Lutheran Services Carolina program have experienced challenges. LSC’s Foster Care program helps them change course by pairing them with foster parents who are invested in their well-being and committed to providing a smoother path forward. Attend this session to learn more about how to become a foster parent.
Speakers
JC
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
503
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

How Can I Help Students Prepare For College Admissions?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
204
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore how to support students preparing for college, demystify the admissions and financial aid process, and provide practical strategies for teachers to guide students toward postsecondary success, especially for first-generation students.
Speakers
DC

Dr. Christian Barrientos

Associate Director for Curriculum and Assessment in the Division of Community Engagement, Belonging, and Access, Clemson University
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
204
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

How to Use NotebookLM
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
519
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session, we will be discussing NotebookLM and how to effectively use it for planning and development of lessons and activities
Speakers
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Cam Hays

Sixth Grade ELA, Palmetto Middle School

Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
519
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Inventing Environments: World-Building Through Art and Writing
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
515
Limited Capacity seats available
This workshop is designed to guide you through imaginative world-building through various art and writing techniques. Aimed to help you teach your students to explore imagination, visualization, and storytelling, the workshop is open to any content area and any grade-level. Artist and art teacher Haley Nichols will teach you how to engage the five senses to create immersive environments to build...
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Speakers
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Haley Nichols

High School Art Teacher, Wren High School
Haley Nichols is a certified k-12 Art Educator and Artist with experience in both middle and high school art. She teaches at Wren High School, and is also the chair of the Fine Arts department, as well as Wren High School's 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year. Haley received her teaching... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
515
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Outwit, Outlast, Outplay the Barriers: Scaffolding for Student Success
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
510
Limited Capacity seats available
Learning and mastering content shouldn’t be a challenge to students but when they enter our classroom with barriers, we often don’t know how to support learning at their level, when feeling the pressure to teach on-grade level standards. Come learn what scaffolding is and how it can support ALL learners inside your classroom.
Speakers
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Ashley Brewer

Instructional Coach, Powdersville Middle School
Passionate public school educator of 16 years who has taught both middle school and high school English. Spent the last four years in Pickens County where I served as an At-Risk Coach and Instructional Coach. Excited to be back in A1!
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
510
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Pear Assessment for Beginners
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
506
Limited Capacity seats available
Ready to get started with Pear Assessment? This beginner-friendly session will walk you through the essentials of creating interactive assessments that provide real-time insight into student learning. Teachers will explore core tools, see examples in action, and spend dedicated time building their own assessment. You’ll leave with a completed resource and the confidence to start using Pear right...
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Speakers
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Caytee Chapman

Chemistry Teacher, Powdersville High School
I’m Caytee Chapman, a chemistry teacher at Powdersville High School in Anderson School District One. I teach College Prep, Honors, and AP Chemistry and enjoy helping students build strong conceptual understanding through problem-solving, inquiry, and real-world connections.
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
506
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Q-Matrix: Rigorous Questioning and Extension Activities
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
410
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will give teachers a simple tool to enhance student engagement and critical thinking through strategic questioning techniques. The Q-Matrix can be adapted for practically any grade level or subject area to ramp up the rigor in a lesson.
Speakers
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Jessica Cansler

Gifted and Talented (Launch) Teacher, Spearman Elementary School
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Sarah Coyle

GT, Wren Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
410
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Sending out an SOS: Strategies to Save Your Sanity (and Your Lesson)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
413
Limited Capacity seats available
We’ve all had those moments...when the lesson isn’t landing, engagement is low, looking for a way to check for understanding, and you need a quick reset. This session is your SOS. We’ll spotlight easy, effective instructional strategies you can pull out in real time to re-engage students and get learning back on track using Discovery Education tools.
Speakers
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Pam Inabinett

Director, Partner Success, SE, Discovery Education
Pam Inabinett brings two decades of South Carolina classroom experience and just the right amount of tech-loving enthusiasm. She started as a classroom teacher before becoming an Instructional Technology Specialist in Dorchester School District Two, where she first discovered the... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
413
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Team Time Tracker
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
509
Limited Capacity seats available
PLC Team Time can be an overwhelming process (especially for new teachers or teams) between links, folders, documents, sheets, and resources. With the introduction of my Canva tracker template, a team will be set up for success all in one place! In this session I'll guide you through how to copy and edit my tracker to allow for customization. I'll demonstrate how to effectively use the tracker and...
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Speakers
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Shannon Ford

Instructional Coach and Test Coordinator, Palmetto Middle School
Welcome in! This is my 12th year working in ASD1. I started my career teaching 3rd grade for 6 years at Hunt Meadows Elementary School. I transitioned to a math interventionist role at Palmetto Middle School to pursue a love of math and get closer to home. Over the course of my time... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
509
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Technology Support in A1
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
205
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide important information about district technology, including: ClassLink sign in and usage. How to submit a ticket in One-to-One Plus. How the Sopho email filter works.
Speakers
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Garrett Davidson

Systems Administrator, TSS
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Jeffrey Dillard

Senior Systems Administrator, TSS
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
205
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

The Focus Formula: How the 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) Help Us Achieve What Matters Most
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
514
Limited Capacity seats available
Most schools have goals—but not every school consistently achieves them. The difference isn't working harder; it's having a process that keeps everyone focused on what matters most. In this interactive session, you'll discover how the 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) can transform classroom, grade-level, and school goals into meaningful action and measurable results. Learn how wildly important...
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Speakers
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Jamie Spinks

Leader in Me Coach and Consultant, FranklinCovey
Jamie Spinks is a full time Leader in Me Coach and Consultant. He is an enthusiastic educator who has served in different roles including teacher, assistant principal, college instructor, and 16 years as a principal. His principal experience includes leading two schools in the Leader... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
514
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences: An Intro for Educators
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
508
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides educators with a brief introduction to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on student learning, behavior, and well-being. Participants will explore how trauma can affect the developing brain and gain foundational strategies for creating supportive, trauma-informed classroom environments.
Speakers
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Lauren Blackston

School Counselor, Powdersville High School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
508
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

What to Expect When Calling DSS
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
415
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will go over the different instances that could lead to the need for a DSS report. We will also go over what to expect when making the report and the potential outcomes.
Speakers
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Miranda Roberts

School Counselor, Palmetto Elementary School
Miranda Roberts is a dedicated school counselor at Palmetto Elementary School who is passionate about advocating for every child's success and well-being. She works closely with students, families, and staff to create a supportive and inclusive school environment where all children... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
415
  General Audience

10:30am EDT

Attendance 101: Keeping Data Accurate & Compliant
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
209
Limited Capacity seats available
We will be reviewing several key attendance processes and procedures that support accurate student reporting and state compliance. Topics will include Tardies, Truancy in SimplDiscipline, Reconcile Daily Attendance, and Seat Time, along with tips and best practices to help ensure data is entered and maintained correctly throughout the school year.
Speakers
JP

Jessica Payne

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office

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Kristie Berry

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
209
  Office Staff

10:30am EDT

7 Mindsets: Student Wellness
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
202
Limited Capacity seats available
Come learn about the 7 Mindsets software and how it supports restorative practices in the classroom.
Speakers
SD

Sarah Dean

Regional Sales Director, 7 Mindsets
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
202
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Brains on Overdrive: Behavior in the Age of Screens and Stress 6-12
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
416
Limited Capacity seats available
Do you have students that struggle with regulating emotions, coping with frustration, or having the stamina to persist through difficult tasks? This session breaks down how screen exposure and stress affect the brain and gives teachers realistic, classroom strategies they can use immediately to improve student behavior and engagement.
Speakers
JD

Jennifer Dorriety

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
416
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

EdgeX: The New Edgenuity Platform
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
507
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will review the new features in Edgenuity
Moderators
MS
Speakers
KW

Kacey Wright

Professional Learning Specialist, Imagine Learning/Edgenuity
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
507
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Improving Student Engagment in the Secondary English Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
517
Limited Capacity seats available
After transitioning from elementary school to high school teaching, I noticed that student apathy became one of my greatest concerns. In this class, I will discuss how I incorporated elementary-style engagement strategies into the high school classroom to help motivate students, increase participation, and encourage a stronger connection to learning.
Speakers
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Jessica Johnson

English I and II Honors, Palmetto High School
My name is Jessica Johnson, and as of last year, I have spent 20 years in the classroom. ASD1 has been my home since 2008. Throughout my career, I have taught a variety of grade levels, including 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 9th grade. English has always been a passion of mine, and over... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
517
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Innovating the Classroom: Structure, Songs, and Seating
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Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
516
Limited Capacity seats available
Traditional secondary classes (especially math classes) can seem extremely stale to students and teachers. In this session I will share a few changes I have implemented to the high school classroom to make it a more inviting and interactive environment and the effect it has had on my students.
Speakers
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Denton Carter

High School Math, Powdersville High School
I am a recent graduate of Anderson University and ASD1, and currently teach math at Powdersville High School. I am extremely passionate about my job and care deeply about my students and making a positive impact on their educational journey. I enjoy doing math, watching college sports... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
516
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

iReady - Teacher Toolbox Classroom Resources
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
511
Limited Capacity seats available
Teachers learn to navigate Teacher Toolbox and how to find resources to support teacher-led instruction, independent practice, and assessment. Teachers use i-Ready data to plan for differentiated support using Toolbox resources within an upcoming unit or lesson.
•Navigate Teacher Toolbox and use resources to plan for differentiated support
Speakers
MC

Melissa Campbell

Professional Learning Specialist, iReady/Curriculum Associates
Melissa brings 19 years of public education teaching and coaching experience to her work as a Professional Learning Specialist with Curriculum Associates. Her passion for data-informed instruction and data analysis drives the professional learning she designs and facilitates, with... Read More →
Sponsors
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Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
511
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Librarians: A Teacher's Secret Weapon
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
504
Limited Capacity seats available
In this session the 3 high school librarians will share our favorite lessons and activities to collaborate with the classroom teachers. We will also share the many ways that librarians and classroom teachers can collaborate to better support our students' learning and meet instructional goals.
Speakers
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Tamara Cox

Librarian, Wren High School
Tamara Cox is a librarian with over 20 years of teaching experience. She has been recognized for her work with awards including SC Teacher of the Year Honor Roll, SC Librarian of the Year, School Library Journal Librarian of the Year Finalist, and the I Love My Librarian Award. She... Read More →
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Amanda Squires

Librarian, Powdersville High School
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Joanna Watkins

Librarian, Palmetto High School
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
504
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Power Tools for Teaching
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
505
Limited Capacity seats available
Implementing these four Power Tools into daily classroom practice will provide in-depth opportunities for students to show what they know and take ownership of their own learning. These strategies will also help teachers become more informed about student performance, misconceptions, and progress toward mastery... and require little to no prep!
Speakers
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Ashley Weaver

8th Grade Math Teacher, Powdersville Middle School
Dr. Ashley Weaver is a National Board Certified, 8th grade math teacher at Powdersville Middle School with 18 years of experience in the classroom. Her goal as an educator is to convince the world that every person is a "math person." When not in school, you can find her with her... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
505
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Soundtrap Podcasts
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
207
Limited Capacity seats available
Join this session to learn about creating student podcasts with Soundtrap
Speakers
TS

Tina Shah

Sales Representative, Soundtrap
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
207
  Secondary (MS/HS)

10:30am EDT

Leading High Achievers (Admin)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
501 Science Lab
Limited Capacity seats available
Every school has high achieving educators who teach different, think different and are different. These breakthrough staff members all desire to improve themselves and want to help their entire school grow. Understanding how to successfully lead them takes a deft touch from leaders so that they are the focus of many decisions and still maintain their essential peer relationships. How a school...
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Speakers
TW

Todd Whitaker

Speaker, Author
Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a research... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
501 Science Lab
  Admin

11:30am EDT

Lunch and Learn with Catlin Tucker (Admin & Instructional Coaches)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Library
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is designed for Admin and Instructional Coaches
Speakers
CT

Catlin Tucker

Education Expert, Best-Selling Author, and International Speaker
Dr. Catlin Tucker is an education expert, bestselling author, and international speaker with 24 years of experience in education. Named Sonoma County Teacher of the Year in 2010, she earned a Master’s in Education from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a doctorate... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Library
  Admin

11:30am EDT

Lunch - Multiple Locations
Friday July 31, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Multiple Locations
Lunch is provided at three lunch stations around the building. If your second session is in the Library, WRHS, or a 200 Classroom, you will pick up your lunch in the WRMS Cafeteria. If your second session is in a 400 classroom, you will pick up your lunch in the WRMS main hallway. If your second session is in a 500 classroom, you will pick up your lunch in the WRMS learning stairs area. Eating...
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Friday July 31, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Multiple Locations
  Lunch

11:30am EDT

Lunch and Learn: PowerSchool for Bookkeepers
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Main Office Conference Room
Limited Capacity seats available
This meeting is for Bookkeepers to meet with TSS for back to school information.
Speakers
JP

Jessica Payne

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office

KB

Kristie Berry

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Main Office Conference Room
  Office Staff

12:00pm EDT

Q&A With Todd Whitaker and Seth Young
Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Gym
Bring your lunch and come join Todd Whitaker and Seth Young for a Q&A session. Open to everyone!
Speakers
TW

Todd Whitaker

Speaker, Author
Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a research... Read More →
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Dr. Seth Young

Superintendent, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 12:00pm - 12:30pm EDT
Gym
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Mastering Website & Social Media Accessibility
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
208
Limited Capacity seats available
Attendees will learn best practices for creating ADA compliant websites and social media platforms that focus on the mission, vision, and Tradition of Excellence in Anderson One.
Speakers
JM

Jen Mazza

Communications Coordinator, District Office
Jen Mazza is the Communications Coordinator for Anderson School District One, Anderson School District Two, and ACTC.
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
208
  Admin

12:45pm EDT

Co-Teaching That Works: Practical Strategies for Elementary Classrooms
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
406
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will explore practical, realistic strategies for implementing co-teaching in K4–5th grade classrooms. Rooted in real classroom partnerships and inspired by Andrea Honigsfeld’s work, this session focuses on what actually works, especially when supporting multilingual learners. Attendees will walk away with simple, actionable ideas they can begin implementing in their classrooms.
Speakers
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Jordanne Kittrell

Multilingual Language Specialist, West Pelzer Elementary School
I am the Multilingual Language Specialist at West Pelzer. I have been teaching for 10 years and previously taught both 5th and 6th grade. I hold certifications in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Gifted and Talented, and TESOL. I serve multilingual learners through a co-teaching... Read More →
WB

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 →
LW

Liz Whitfield

Kindergarten Teacher, West Pelzer Elementary School
I graduated from Clemson University in 2021 and graduated with my MAT in 2022 through the Teacher Residency Program. I am in my 4th year as a kindergarten teacher at WPES. My favorite thing about K5 is modeling how to develop a love for learning and equipping children with the superpower... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
406
  Elementary (EC/ES)

12:45pm EDT

Cracking the Code: Upper Elementary & Tier 3
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
402
Limited Capacity seats available
What do we do when students face foundational gaps but the curriculum keeps moving forward? Join the Anderson 1 Literacy Coaches for a practical session on maximizing your Tier 3 time. We will move beyond basic remediation to focus on high-impact strategies that help struggling readers tackle grade-level content. You will leave with a toolkit of "high-leverage" scaffolds designed to build student...
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Speakers
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Nicole McGaha

Literacy Coach, Oak Hill Elementary School
Nicole McGaha is a veteran educator who truly "gets" the classroom. With over 18 years of experience under her belt, she spent over a decade teaching before stepping into her current role as the Literacy Coach at Powdersville Elementary. For the last five years, Nicole has focused... Read More →
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Candice Garrison

Literacy Coach, Concrete Elementary School
Candice Garrison is the Literacy Coach at Concrete Primary and has served in this role for 4 years. Prior to becoming the Literacy Coach, Candice taugh Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade. Candice has a passion for helping students learn to read and close gaps! She specializes in helping... Read More →
AG

Amber Greer

Literacy Coach, Cedar Grove Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
402
  Elementary (EC/ES)

12:45pm EDT

Engaging the Elementary Music Learner
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
404
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will gain a better understanding of best practices and methods in relation to formal evaluation based on the NIET's 4.0 rubric for teacher effectiveness. This rubric can be a challenge for related arts teachers, but with the provided tools in this session, participants and learners will master achievement of the outlined goals.
Speakers
AG

Amy Gregory

Music Teacher-Elementary, Oak Hill Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
404
  Elementary (EC/ES)

12:45pm EDT

Fostering Joyful Learning Experiences
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
401
Limited Capacity seats available
Get ready to spark joy in learning with Seesaw! In this session, educators will explore the power of the Green Add Button and dive into Seesaw’s creative tools to enhance engagement, provide meaningful support, and promote student voice at every stage of the learning journey. Seesaw refresh! Learn how teachers document classroom moments and learning Explore how students can capture their own...
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Moderators
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Hannah Kate Blunt

5th grade teacher, Powdersville Elementary School
Hannah Kate Blunt is a 5th grade teacher at Powdersville Elementary. She has taught for nine years, with the majority of her career being in North Carolina. She has been back in Anderson One for one year as a 5th grade self contained teacher on a team where the rest of the teachers... Read More →
Speakers
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Seesaw

Seesaw

Sponsors
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Seesaw

Seesaw

Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
401
  Elementary (EC/ES)

12:45pm EDT

Level Up Your Foundational Literacy Practices
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
414
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us for an interactive workshop focused on high-impact instructional strategies. We will demystify sound-spelling mapping and practice effective word chaining sequences that keep students engaged. Whether you’re looking to refine your small group instruction or boost your whole-group phonics routines, you’ll gain the confidence and the "why" behind these essential literacy moves.
Speakers
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Kristie Campbell

Literacy Coach, Palmetto Elementary School
AE

Alisa Ellenburg

First Grade Teacher, Palmetto Elementary School
JG

Judy Griggs

Literacy Coach, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
414
  Elementary (EC/ES)

12:45pm EDT

Multiplication Matters: Developing Lasting Fact Fluency
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
403
Limited Capacity seats available
Students need to master their multiplication and divsion facts, but many kids struggle memorizing them. What if there was a better way to make multiplication facts stick with our kids? After hearing Jennifer Bay-Williams at NCTM, we have begun to rethink what it means to be fluent with multiplication facts. This session will explore what it means to be fluent and then describe instructional...
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Speakers
EB

Emily Blakely

5th Grade Teacher, Spearman Elementary School
GB

Gresham Brown

Assistant Principal, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
403
  Elementary (EC/ES)

12:45pm EDT

504 Coordinator Training
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
501
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is a training for 504 coordinators with Dr. Keith
Speakers
DB

Dr. Brian Keith

Director of Special Services, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
501
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Academic SWIRLS: Supporting ML Students
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
408
Limited Capacity seats available
Get connected to practices that directly increase the learning of multilingual students in any academic setting. Participants will link together speaking, writing, interaction, reading, and listening for an easy formula to increase the learning for all students.
Speakers
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Christie Shealy

Director of Student Services, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
408
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Beyond Behavior: Cultivating a Safe and Respectful Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
410
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will examine the current factors influencing classroom behaviors and student learning. We will analyze these factors across three distinct categories: Classroom Flow, Teacher Regulation, and Student Regulation.
Speakers
AE

Angie Evatt

Interventionist, Oak Hill Elementary School
Angie Evatt possesses 12 years of experience as a homeschooling mother, in addition to serving 15 years in public education. Her teaching background encompasses Kindergarten, 4th grade, 5th grade, Leadership, and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in schools across Mississippi, North... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
410
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Bookkeeper 101
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
209
Limited Capacity seats available
Interested in becoming a bookeeper, or are you a bookkeeper with less than three years of expierence? Join Cyndi Durham, Director of Finance, to learn about bookkeeping essentials.
Speakers
CD

Cyndi Durham

Director of Finance, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
209
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Bridging Cultural Gaps: Empowering Multiligual Families
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
513
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores how the Parent Liaison role in Anderson One supports multilingual families by bridging cultural and educational gaps through strong partnerships with teachers, counselors, and caregivers. Participants will learn about the district’s cultural diversity, the four key focus areas: communication, advocacy, engagement, and newcomer support, and how these efforts nurture the...
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Speakers
GB

Gabriela Brady

Parent Liaison, District Office
NR

Ni Riddle

Parent Liaison, District Office
I serve as a Parent Liaison and Spanish Interpreter for Anderson District One Schools, where I help bridge communication between families and educators. With over six years of experience in education, I support Spanish-speaking families by interpreting meetings, translating documents... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
513
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Combining the Guiding Coalition & Lighthouse Team
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
411
Limited Capacity seats available
Strong schools are built through strong teams with a shared vision and purpose. This session will explore how we combined our Guiding Coalition and Lighthouse Team into one unified leadership team where their goals align to support the overall mission and growth of the school. Participants will learn practical strategies for building trust, creating shared ownership, strengthening student and...
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Speakers
ML

Miranda Leopard

Principal, West Pelzer Elementary School
Miranda Leopard is an experienced educational leader currently serving as the principal of West Pelzer Elementary School. She brings over 20 years of experience in education, including the last 12 years at West Pelzer, where she has served as a literacy coach, assistant principal... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
411
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Communication with Multi-Lingual Families
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
210
Limited Capacity seats available
We will focus on ways to communicate with non-English speaking families to help them be involved and feel welcome. We will also talk about Syncroz.
Speakers
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Melissa Thomas

ML Teacher, Powdersville Elementary School

Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
210
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

From Welcome to Wow: You Always Win with People!
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
407
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide practical strategies and best practices for creating a successful and meaningful experience for student teachers and college practicum students. Participants will learn how to build strong relationships, provide effective support and feedback, and create a classroom environment where future educators can grow and thrive. Together, we will explore how mentoring the next...
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Speakers
CB

Carol Brooks

Induction Coordinator, District Office
I currently serve as the Induction Coordinator and a recruiter for Anderson School District One, where I have the privilege of supporting and growing the next generation of educators. I firmly believe that students deserve teachers who love what they do and bring genuine passion into... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
407
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

How Can I Help Students Prepare For College Admissions?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
204
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore how to support students preparing for college, demystify the admissions and financial aid process, and provide practical strategies for teachers to guide students toward postsecondary success, especially for first-generation students.
Speakers
DC

Dr. Christian Barrientos

Associate Director for Curriculum and Assessment in the Division of Community Engagement, Belonging, and Access, Clemson University
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
204
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

LEADING WELL: Protecting Your People Without Losing Yourself
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
201
Limited Capacity seats available
Being a leader often means carrying everyone else’s questions, worries, and deadlines, sometimes at the expense of your own well-being. Over time, it can become hard to tell where the job ends and your life begins. In this session, Dr. Josh Ray draws on his experiences in educational leadership and ideas from his book, Finding Your Balance, to explore what sustainable leadership can look like in...
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Speakers
JR

Josh Ray

Educational Speaker, Author, Teacher welness?
Joshua Ray, EdD, is an educational speaker and author who has led the Professional Learning Communities (PLC) at Work® process at the elementary, secondary, and district level. He is passionate about building healthy school cultures, the work of collaborative teams, systems of support... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
201
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Making Content Accessible to MLs
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
506
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn different strategies and tools they can use in their classroom to support all learners and particularly ML learners regardless of the subject matter.
Speakers
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Jobie Henderson

GT Teacher, Oak Hill Elementary School
Jobie Henderson has a background in teaching elementary school. For the last three years, she has split her time between teaching Gifted and Talented students at PVES and Multilingual learners at Concrete Primary and PVHS. She is currently pursuing her masters in TESOL.
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Rachel Loftus

Multilingual Teacher 9-12, Powdersville High School
Rachel Loftus has a background in teaching mathematics at the high school level. She was previously in the mission field in Guatemala and is now back in the states as an Multilingual Learner teacher. She has been at PVHS for two years as an ML teacher for grades 9-12.
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
506
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

MTSS: Reaching Every Learner
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
409
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will explore the MTSS framework and how it provides a structured approach to supporting students’ academic and behavioral needs at every level. The session will highlight how Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports work together to ensure all students receive appropriate instruction and intervention.
Speakers
MB

Mary Beth Smith

Literacy Coach, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
LH

Laura Hammond

School Psycologist, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
409
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Running on Empty: Burnout Prevention Toolkit for Educators
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
415
Limited Capacity seats available
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Define burnout and understand how it differs from everyday stress and fatigue.
Explain why educators are particularly vulnerable to burnout.
Recognize the early warning signs of burnout in themselves and others.
Apply practical strategies to build resilience and prevent "running on empty."
Speakers
JB

John Barnett

John Barnett has been a teacher for 11 years, spent 30 years in church ministry and
has been a licensed marriage and family therapist for the last 5. He has been married
for 46 years to his wife Teresa and has two grown children, John and Tiffany, who are
graduates of the Wren sc... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
415
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Teacher Assistant to Teacher
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
519
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us to find your path to classroom teaching! This session is for any teacher assistant who is interested in teaching, regardless of your level of education.
Speakers
BB

Becky Brady

Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, District Office
MT

Melissa Tollison

Executive Director of Personnel, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
519
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Teaching Matters
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Gym
We have chosen the most important profession that there is, yet sometimes it is difficult to remember that. All of us have times where we do not feel as valued as we should. This session will help all of us regain the drive that encouraged us to choose education as our profession. You will leave with specific ideas that can be immediately implemented into your schools, classrooms, and personal...
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Speakers
TW

Todd Whitaker

Speaker, Author
Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a research... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
Gym
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Technology Support in A1
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
205
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide important information about district technology, including: ClassLink sign in and usage. How to submit a ticket in One-to-One Plus. How the Sopho email filter works.
Speakers
GD

Garrett Davidson

Systems Administrator, TSS
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Jeffrey Dillard

Senior Systems Administrator, TSS
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
205
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences: An Intro for Educators
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
508
Limited Capacity seats available
This session provides educators with a brief introduction to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on student learning, behavior, and well-being. Participants will explore how trauma can affect the developing brain and gain foundational strategies for creating supportive, trauma-informed classroom environments.
Speakers
LB

Lauren Blackston

School Counselor, Powdersville High School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
508
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Visible Learning in Action: Turning Hattie's Research into Everyday Practice with Leader in Me
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
514
Limited Capacity seats available
John Hattie's research tells us what has the greatest impact on student achievement—but how do we consistently bring that research to life in our classrooms and schools? This session explores how Leader in Me provides the "how" behind the "what," helping educators create cultures where high-impact practices become everyday habits. Discover practical connections between Hattie's research and...
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Speakers
JS

Jamie Spinks

Leader in Me Coach and Consultant, FranklinCovey
Jamie Spinks is a full time Leader in Me Coach and Consultant. He is an enthusiastic educator who has served in different roles including teacher, assistant principal, college instructor, and 16 years as a principal. His principal experience includes leading two schools in the Leader... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
514
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

What if Disney Ran Your Classroom?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
510
Limited Capacity seats available
Since 1923, the Walt Disney Company has served as a model for business growth and customer service. Through the pursuit of excellence, especially in its theme parks, it has become the leader in a rapidly changing industry that other companies strive to replicate. There are lessons to be learned from analyzing the "Disney Way," and its strategies can elevate your classroom instruction, climate, and...
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Speakers
CC

Chris Chapman

Assistant Principal - Freshman Academy Dir., Wren High School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
510
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

7 Mindsets: Student Wellness
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
202
Limited Capacity seats available
Come learn about the 7 Mindsets software and how it supports restorative practices in the classroom.
Speakers
SD

Sarah Dean

Regional Sales Director, 7 Mindsets
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
202
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Beyond the Answer: Making Mathematical Thinking Visible
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
516
Limited Capacity seats available
This interactive session will take middle and high school math teachers on a deep dive into the South Carolina Math Process Standards, focusing on what it truly means for students to “do math.” Participants will explore each standard through collaborative activities, analyze classroom tasks, and identify what these practices look like in action. Teachers will leave with practical strategies to...
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Speakers
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Hayden Woerner

Assistant Principal, Powdersville High School
Hayden Woerner is the assistant principal at Powdersville High School, where she leads instructional initiatives, supports professional learning communities, and works closely with teachers and students to strengthen teaching and learning. She brings over 17 years of experience in... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
516
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Brains on Overdrive: Behavior in the Age of Screens and Stress 6-12
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
416
Limited Capacity seats available
Do you have students that struggle with regulating emotions, coping with frustration, or having the stamina to persist through difficult tasks? This session breaks down how screen exposure and stress affect the brain and gives teachers realistic, classroom strategies they can use immediately to improve student behavior and engagement.
Speakers
JD

Jennifer Dorriety

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
416
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Co-Teaching: Achieving Secondary Collaboration
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
505
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will showcase how to realistically implement co-teaching at the high school level in a sustainable manner. It will focus on co-teaching in the same content area.
Speakers
SS

Savannah Shealy

10-11th English Teacher, Wren High School
AR

Abby Robertson

10-11th English Teacher, Wren High School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
505
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Don't get Beanboozled . . . get Beanstacked!
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
507
Limited Capacity seats available
By the end of this session learners will....be connected to and interact with their school's Beanstack dashboard and begin tracking minutes read towards your school's yearly goal to help support their school family.
Speakers
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Jodi Cowart

Middle School Librarian, Powdersville Middle School
With over 25 years in public education at the elementary and middle school levels serving as a fourth grade classroom teacher, teacher of Gifted & Talented, a Reading Coach and a librarian, my heart lies in connecting teachers and students to excellent books and resources that support... Read More →
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Katie Moody

Media Specialist, Palmetto Middle School
Media Specialist at Palmetto Middle School, where she has served for the past eight years. She has 20 years of experience in education, having previously served as a classroom teacher in Kindergarten and 1st-4th grades. She also served as an elementary librarian for two years before... Read More →
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Andrea Kelly

Media Specialist, Wren Middle School
Media Specialist at Wren Middle School, where she has served for the past seven years. She brings 14 years of experience as a media specialist and a total of 16 years in education, with a passion for fostering literacy, student engagement, and innovative learning experiences.
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
507
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

From Classroom to Career: Bringing Learning to Life
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
413
Limited Capacity seats available
How do we make learning meaningful? By connecting it to the real world. This session highlights how Discovery Education’s Careers Hub empowers students to explore industries, discover career pathways, and understand the “why” behind what they’re learning. Walk away with practical ways to embed career connections across content areas.
Speakers
PI

Pam Inabinett

Director, Partner Success, SE, Discovery Education
Pam Inabinett brings two decades of South Carolina classroom experience and just the right amount of tech-loving enthusiasm. She started as a classroom teacher before becoming an Instructional Technology Specialist in Dorchester School District Two, where she first discovered the... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
413
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Introduction to Desmos for Algebra Skills (Grades 7-10)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
509
Limited Capacity seats available
Teachers will learn how to use desmos with basic functions and algebra skills. This will include 7th and 8th grade algebra standards.
Speakers
LH

Lisa Houston

Math Instructional Coach, Palmetto High School
MD

Madison Duffie

Math Teacher, Palmetto High School
DH

Drew Hallgren

Math Teacher, Palmetto High School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
509
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

iReady - Teacher Toolbox Classroom Resources
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
511
Limited Capacity seats available
Teachers learn to navigate Teacher Toolbox and how to find resources to support teacher-led instruction, independent practice, and assessment. Teachers use i-Ready data to plan for differentiated support using Toolbox resources within an upcoming unit or lesson.
•Navigate Teacher Toolbox and use resources to plan for differentiated support
Speakers
MC

Melissa Campbell

Professional Learning Specialist, iReady/Curriculum Associates
Melissa brings 19 years of public education teaching and coaching experience to her work as a Professional Learning Specialist with Curriculum Associates. Her passion for data-informed instruction and data analysis drives the professional learning she designs and facilitates, with... Read More →
Sponsors
avatar for Curriculum Associates
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
511
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Let's Get Your Students Hooked on Books
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
504
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us for a session all about the love of reading. The 3 high school librarians will share strategies for encouraging even the most reluctant reader to pick up a book. We will also highlight some of our favorite books for every level of reader.
Speakers
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Tamara Cox

Librarian, Wren High School
Tamara Cox is a librarian with over 20 years of teaching experience. She has been recognized for her work with awards including SC Teacher of the Year Honor Roll, SC Librarian of the Year, School Library Journal Librarian of the Year Finalist, and the I Love My Librarian Award. She... Read More →
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Amanda Squires

Librarian, Powdersville High School
JW

Joanna Watkins

Librarian, Palmetto High School
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
504
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Poetry and Prose with The PTST Chart
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
517
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore how the PTST Chart helps students organize ideas and prewrite effective thesis statements for poetry and prose analysis.
Speakers
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Tyler Gardo

11th and 12th Grade English Teacher, Wren High School
Tyler Gardo is a high school English teacher at Wren High School. He teaches CP, Honors, and AP level English.
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
517
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Soundtrap Podcasts
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
207
Limited Capacity seats available
Join this session to learn about creating student podcasts with Soundtrap
Moderators
SC
Speakers
JP

Justin Polk

Sales Representative, Soundtrap
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
207
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Teaching Visual Analysis: Engaging Students Through Art and Images
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
515
Limited Capacity seats available
How to analyze images beyond what you see, using visual clues to break down the content and context of photographs, art, or images of objects.
Speakers
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Haley Nichols

High School Art Teacher, Wren High School
Haley Nichols is a certified k-12 Art Educator and Artist with experience in both middle and high school art. She teaches at Wren High School, and is also the chair of the Fine Arts department, as well as Wren High School's 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year. Haley received her teaching... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 1:30pm EDT
515
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

CPR Refresher for Athletic Coaches
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wren High School Library
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will be the CPR refresh course for athletic coaches.
Speakers
DN
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wren High School Library
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Elevate Your Impact: Summer Book Study Culmination
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wren High School Auditorium
Limited Capacity seats available
This sesssion is only for people who have been a part of the summer book study with TJ Rumler.
Speakers
TR

TJ Rumler

TJ Rumler Consulting
I didn't always know...
that I wanted to be a social worker, but I always knew I loved helping others. I am incredibly grateful to be able to serve others, and in my role as consultant help you as you continue to serve others in your capacity. If you've landed on this page you probably want to know a little... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Wren High School Auditorium
  General Audience

12:45pm EDT

Secondary Chorus Teachers
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
211
Limited Capacity seats available
Secondary chorus teachers, join clinician Dr. Carol Kreuger for a session designed just for you!
Speakers
DC
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
211
  Related Arts

12:45pm EDT

Strengthening Tier 1 with Cooperative Learning and Differentiated Small Group Instruction
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Library
Limited Capacity seats available
Strong Tier 1 instruction requires intentional decision-making about how students engage with information, process their learning, and receive the support or challenge they need to make progress. In this session, participants will explore how to use learning goals and student data to determine when whole-group instruction is the most effective pathway and when differentiated small-group...
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Speakers
CT

Catlin Tucker

Education Expert, Best-Selling Author, and International Speaker
Dr. Catlin Tucker is an education expert, bestselling author, and international speaker with 24 years of experience in education. Named Sonoma County Teacher of the Year in 2010, she earned a Master’s in Education from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a doctorate... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Library
  Secondary (MS/HS)

12:45pm EDT

Induction Training for SPED Teachers (1st Year and New to A1)
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
518
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is designed to support first-year and new-to-district special education teachers as they navigate their new roles. Participants will engage in essential conversations regarding specialized curriculum while receiving training in EdPlan.
Speakers
KP

Katie Perry

Secondary Sped Instructional Coach, District Office
KC

Katie Castora

Elementary Sped Instructional Coach, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 12:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
518
  Special Education

1:45pm EDT

Adding Confidence, Subtracting Anxiety - Fact Fluency in K-2
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
403
Limited Capacity seats available
How do students gain mastery of addition and subtraction facts? What does it mean for students to be fluent with their facts? Based on the work and research of Jennifer Bay-Williams, we have begun exploring ways to move students towards fact fluency that go beyond asking students to memorize their facts, which often produces anxiety and short term memory rather than lasting flexibility. In this...
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Speakers
AH

Abby Hoefel

2nd Grade Teacher, Spearman Elementary School
GB

Gresham Brown

Assistant Principal, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
403
  Elementary (EC/ES)

1:45pm EDT

Administering Star Computer Adaptive Tests
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
401
Limited Capacity seats available
Join our Renaissance representative to learn more about adminstering Star tests.
Moderators
CL
Speakers
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Lisa Baumohl

Renaissance

Sponsors
avatar for Renaissance
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
401
  Elementary (EC/ES)

1:45pm EDT

Brains on Overdrive: Behavior in the Age of Screens and Stress K4-5
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
416
Limited Capacity seats available
Do you have students that struggle with regulating emotions, coping with frustration, or having the stamina to persist through difficult tasks? This session breaks down how screen exposure and stress affect the brain and gives teachers realistic, classroom strategies they can use immediately to improve student behavior and engagement.
Speakers
JD

Jennifer Dorriety

Board Certified Behavior Analyst, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
416
  Elementary (EC/ES)

1:45pm EDT

Cracking the Code: Upper Elementary & Tier 3
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
402
Limited Capacity seats available
What do we do when students face foundational gaps but the curriculum keeps moving forward? Join the Anderson 1 Literacy Coaches for a practical session on maximizing your Tier 3 time. We will move beyond basic remediation to focus on high-impact strategies that help struggling readers tackle grade-level content. You will leave with a toolkit of "high-leverage" scaffolds designed to build student...
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Speakers
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Nicole McGaha

Literacy Coach, Oak Hill Elementary School
Nicole McGaha is a veteran educator who truly "gets" the classroom. With over 18 years of experience under her belt, she spent over a decade teaching before stepping into her current role as the Literacy Coach at Powdersville Elementary. For the last five years, Nicole has focused... Read More →
avatar for Candice Garrison

Candice Garrison

Literacy Coach, Concrete Elementary School
Candice Garrison is the Literacy Coach at Concrete Primary and has served in this role for 4 years. Prior to becoming the Literacy Coach, Candice taugh Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade. Candice has a passion for helping students learn to read and close gaps! She specializes in helping... Read More →
AG

Amber Greer

Literacy Coach, Cedar Grove Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
402
  Elementary (EC/ES)

1:45pm EDT

Level Up Your Foundational Literacy Practices
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
414
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us for an interactive workshop focused on high-impact instructional strategies. We will demystify sound-spelling mapping and practice effective word chaining sequences that keep students engaged. Whether you’re looking to refine your small group instruction or boost your whole-group phonics routines, you’ll gain the confidence and the "why" behind these essential literacy moves.
Speakers
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Kristie Campbell

Literacy Coach, Palmetto Elementary School
AE

Alisa Ellenburg

First Grade Teacher, Palmetto Elementary School
JG

Judy Griggs

Literacy Coach, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
414
  Elementary (EC/ES)

1:45pm EDT

Power of the Pivot: Mastering Conversation Turns
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
406
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores how intentional conversational turns serve as a catalyst for oral language development. Drawing on the Strive for Five framework (Zucker & Cabell, 2024), participants will master "pivoting" techniques to scaffold or challenge student responses in real-time. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to weave academic vocabulary into daily discourse, ultimately boosting...
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Speakers
MO

Melissa Oliver

ML Specialist, Spearman Elementary School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
406
  Elementary (EC/ES)

1:45pm EDT

Academic SWIRLS: Supporting ML Students
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
408
Limited Capacity seats available
Get connected to practices that directly increase the learning of multilingual students in any academic setting. Participants will link together speaking, writing, interaction, reading, and listening for an easy formula to increase the learning for all students.
Speakers
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Christie Shealy

Director of Student Services, District Office

Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
408
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

Bridging Cultural Gaps: Empowering Multiligual Families
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
513
Limited Capacity seats available
This session explores how the Parent Liaison role in Anderson One supports multilingual families by bridging cultural and educational gaps through strong partnerships with teachers, counselors, and caregivers. Participants will learn about the district’s cultural diversity, the four key focus areas: communication, advocacy, engagement, and newcomer support, and how these efforts nurture the...
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Speakers
GB

Gabriela Brady

Parent Liaison, District Office
NR

Ni Riddle

Parent Liaison, District Office
I serve as a Parent Liaison and Spanish Interpreter for Anderson District One Schools, where I help bridge communication between families and educators. With over six years of experience in education, I support Spanish-speaking families by interpreting meetings, translating documents... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
513
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

Canva Unlocked
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
504
Limited Capacity seats available
Most know how to pick a template, but few have scratched the surface of Canva’s most powerful "hidden" capabilities. This session moves beyond the basics to reveal the secret toolkit that transforms Canva from a simple design app into a powerhouse for instructional efficiency and student engagement.
Speakers
JF

Jared Fricks

Chorus Teacher, Palmetto High School
JW

Joanna Watkins

Librarian, Palmetto High School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
504
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

From Compliance to Commitment: The Power of Student Agency
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
514
Limited Capacity seats available
What transforms students from simply doing school to truly owning their learning? The answer is student agency. While compliance may produce short-term results, commitment creates engaged learners who think critically, take initiative, and achieve at higher levels. In this interactive session, we'll explore the research behind student agency and discover practical, high-impact strategies that...
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Speakers
JS

Jamie Spinks

Leader in Me Coach and Consultant, FranklinCovey
Jamie Spinks is a full time Leader in Me Coach and Consultant. He is an enthusiastic educator who has served in different roles including teacher, assistant principal, college instructor, and 16 years as a principal. His principal experience includes leading two schools in the Leader... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
514
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

From Welcome to Wow: You Always Win with People!
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
407
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide practical strategies and best practices for creating a successful and meaningful experience for student teachers and college practicum students. Participants will learn how to build strong relationships, provide effective support and feedback, and create a classroom environment where future educators can grow and thrive. Together, we will explore how mentoring the next...
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Speakers
CB

Carol Brooks

Induction Coordinator, District Office
I currently serve as the Induction Coordinator and a recruiter for Anderson School District One, where I have the privilege of supporting and growing the next generation of educators. I firmly believe that students deserve teachers who love what they do and bring genuine passion into... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
407
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

How Can I Help Students Prepare For College Admissions?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
204
Limited Capacity seats available
Explore how to support students preparing for college, demystify the admissions and financial aid process, and provide practical strategies for teachers to guide students toward postsecondary success, especially for first-generation students.
Speakers
DC

Dr. Christian Barrientos

Associate Director for Curriculum and Assessment in the Division of Community Engagement, Belonging, and Access, Clemson University
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
204
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

LEADING WELL: Protecting Your People Without Losing Yourself
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
201
Limited Capacity seats available
Being a leader often means carrying everyone else’s questions, worries, and deadlines, sometimes at the expense of your own well-being. Over time, it can become hard to tell where the job ends and your life begins. In this session, Dr. Josh Ray draws on his experiences in educational leadership and ideas from his book, Finding Your Balance, to explore what sustainable leadership can look like in...
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Speakers
JR

Josh Ray

Educational Speaker, Author, Teacher welness?
Joshua Ray, EdD, is an educational speaker and author who has led the Professional Learning Communities (PLC) at Work® process at the elementary, secondary, and district level. He is passionate about building healthy school cultures, the work of collaborative teams, systems of support... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
201
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

MTSS: Reaching Every Learner
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
409
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will explore the MTSS framework and how it provides a structured approach to supporting students’ academic and behavioral needs at every level. The session will highlight how Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports work together to ensure all students receive appropriate instruction and intervention.
Speakers
MB

Mary Beth Smith

Literacy Coach, Hunt Meadows Elementary School
LH

Laura Hammond

School Psycologist, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
409
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

PowerSchool New to A1
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
209
Limited Capacity seats available
This session is for all employees that are new to Anderson 1 to discuss back to school PowerSchool information.
Speakers
JP

Jessica Payne

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office

KB

Kristie Berry

SIS Data Compliance Coordinator, District Office
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
209
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

Practical Classroom Strategies
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
410
Limited Capacity seats available
Is your bag of tricks feeling stale? Seating charts and brain breaks not working like they used to? Then come on in and learn some more tricks for your classroom management utility belt!
Speakers
SL

Sam Line

High School Social Studies Teacher, Powdersville High School
Sam is a 12th Year teacher who has taught in Aiken County, St. Johns County (FL.), and Anderson One. He enjoys connecting with students, being outside, and playing with his two year old daughter.
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
410
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

Running on Empty: Burnout Prevention Toolkit for Educators
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
415
Limited Capacity seats available
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Define burnout and understand how it differs from everyday stress and fatigue.
Explain why educators are particularly vulnerable to burnout.
Recognize the early warning signs of burnout in themselves and others.
Apply practical strategies to build resilience and prevent "running on empty."
Speakers
JB

John Barnett

John Barnett has been a teacher for 11 years, spent 30 years in church ministry and
has been a licensed marriage and family therapist for the last 5. He has been married
for 46 years to his wife Teresa and has two grown children, John and Tiffany, who are
graduates of the Wren sc... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
415
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

Technology Support in A1
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
205
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide important information about district technology, including: ClassLink sign in and usage. How to submit a ticket in One-to-One Plus. How the Sopho email filter works.
Speakers
GD

Garrett Davidson

Systems Administrator, TSS
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Jeffrey Dillard

Senior Systems Administrator, TSS
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
205
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

The Heart of the Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
404
Limited Capacity seats available
The importance of your role as a Special Education Assistant. How to effectively support and communicate with your lead teacher.
Speakers
avatar for Beth Price

Beth Price

Teacher Assistant, Powdersville Middle School
My name is Beth Price and I am currently a Teacher Assistant at PVMS. I will be going into my ninth year as a Special Education Assistant. I previously taught K4 and K5, and have been in the Education field in some capacity for over 20 years. I have been married for 30 years and have... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
404
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

The Power of Positive Communication, Even When Dealing with Difficult People
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Gym
One of the most essential aspects of being an effective educational leader is being able to communicate successfully with everyone we come in contact with, even those who can be difficult! Understanding what to say and how to say it are critical components in building relationships with parents, students, and other educators. This workshop will help you develop and refine your skills in...
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Speakers
TW

Todd Whitaker

Speaker, Author
Dr. Todd Whitaker has been fortunate to be able to blend his passion with his career. Recognized as a leading presenter in the field of education, his message about the importance of teaching has resonated with hundreds of thousands of educators around the world. Todd is a research... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
Gym
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

UDL and Differentiation For All Levels of Learners
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
506
Limited Capacity seats available
Participants will learn the following: What is UDL and Differentiation?; Why is this important for our classrooms/students?; Resources that assist teachers with implementing both in their day to day lessons; How this can impact the learning that is happening in the classroom.
Speakers
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Heidi Stilwell

10-12 resource and inclusion teacher, Wren High School
Heidi is a veteran Special Education teacher who is passionate about ensuring that all students have access to the curriculum, regardless of disability or ethnicity. Having taught in multiple states, and multiple classroom environments, Heidi has worked with some of the most challenging... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
506
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

What if Disney Ran Your Classroom?
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
510
Limited Capacity seats available
Since 1923, the Walt Disney Company has served as a model for business growth and customer service. Through the pursuit of excellence, especially in its theme parks, it has become the leader in a rapidly changing industry that other companies strive to replicate. There are lessons to be learned from analyzing the "Disney Way," and its strategies can elevate your classroom instruction, climate, and...
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Speakers
CC

Chris Chapman

Assistant Principal - Freshman Academy Dir., Wren High School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
510
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Your Shortcut to Standards-Aligned Success
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
413
Limited Capacity seats available
Lesson planning doesn’t have to feel like a puzzle. In this session, we’ll show you how Discovery Education’s Curriculum Alignment Resources do the heavy lifting for you. Quickly find standards-aligned content, simplify your planning process, and spend less time searching and more time teaching. Walk away with easy ways to stay aligned, save time, and feel confident in every lesson.
Speakers
PI

Pam Inabinett

Director, Partner Success, SE, Discovery Education
Pam Inabinett brings two decades of South Carolina classroom experience and just the right amount of tech-loving enthusiasm. She started as a classroom teacher before becoming an Instructional Technology Specialist in Dorchester School District Two, where she first discovered the... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
413
  General Audience

1:45pm EDT

7 Mindsets: Student Wellness
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
202
Limited Capacity seats available
Come learn about the 7 Mindsets software and how it supports restorative practices in the classroom.
Speakers
SD

Sarah Dean

Regional Sales Director, 7 Mindsets
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
202
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Band Director Best Practices
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
208
Limited Capacity seats available
Band directors will discuss pedagogical techniques and curriculum to implement throughout the year.
Speakers
GY

Garrett Young

Band Director, Powdersville High School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
208
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Beyond the Answer: Making Mathematical Thinking Visible
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
516
Limited Capacity seats available
This interactive session will take middle and high school math teachers on a deep dive into the South Carolina Math Process Standards, focusing on what it truly means for students to “do math.” Participants will explore each standard through collaborative activities, analyze classroom tasks, and identify what these practices look like in action. Teachers will leave with practical strategies to...
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Speakers
avatar for Hayden Woerner

Hayden Woerner

Assistant Principal, Powdersville High School
Hayden Woerner is the assistant principal at Powdersville High School, where she leads instructional initiatives, supports professional learning communities, and works closely with teachers and students to strengthen teaching and learning. She brings over 17 years of experience in... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
516
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Building Variety Into Your Unit Plans
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
508
Limited Capacity seats available
Do you ever feel like you do the same types of assignments and activities day after day, unit after unit, year after year? This session is designed to help you re-evalutae your unit planning process to build in variety in content delivery, student practice, and assessment options while still staying focused on essential standards.
Speakers
avatar for Leslie Martin

Leslie Martin

Social Studies Teacher, Powdersville High School
Leslie has been teaching since 2005. She has experience teaching middle school through college, is a master teacher with Clemson University's teacher residency program, and has a Doctorate of Education in Curriculum and Assessment from Southern Weslyan University.
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
508
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Don't get Beanboozled . . . get Beanstacked!
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
507
Limited Capacity seats available
By the end of this session learners will....be connected to and interact with their school's Beanstack dashboard and begin tracking minutes read towards your school's yearly goal to help support their school family.
Speakers
avatar for Jodi Cowart

Jodi Cowart

Middle School Librarian, Powdersville Middle School
With over 25 years in public education at the elementary and middle school levels serving as a fourth grade classroom teacher, teacher of Gifted & Talented, a Reading Coach and a librarian, my heart lies in connecting teachers and students to excellent books and resources that support... Read More →
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Katie Moody

Media Specialist, Palmetto Middle School
Media Specialist at Palmetto Middle School, where she has served for the past eight years. She has 20 years of experience in education, having previously served as a classroom teacher in Kindergarten and 1st-4th grades. She also served as an elementary librarian for two years before... Read More →
avatar for Andrea Kelly

Andrea Kelly

Media Specialist, Wren Middle School
Media Specialist at Wren Middle School, where she has served for the past seven years. She brings 14 years of experience as a media specialist and a total of 16 years in education, with a passion for fostering literacy, student engagement, and innovative learning experiences.
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
507
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Film Analysis in the English Classroom
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
515
Limited Capacity seats available
This session will provide a framework unit plan for teaching film analysis with a final product of a writing assessment. This unit works best for novels that have been adapted into a film, and although it uses simple materials, the final assessment promotes a rigorous higher level of thinking.
Speakers
SW

Sommer Wilson

12th grade English Teacher, Palmetto High School
AH

Anna Howe

English Teacher, Powdersville High School
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
515
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Getting HIPPY With It
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
509
Limited Capacity seats available
Looking for a concise way to help students break down primary and secondary sources?
Get HIPPY with it. This strategy helps students analyze a source from a multitude of layers and can be helpful on stimulus based questions or written response.
Speakers
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Aubrey Williams

AP US History Teacher, Wren High School
Mrs. Williams is a Secondary Education Social Studies teacher with a passion for primary source materials used to enrich class discussions. Aubrey has been in public education for 10 years and has served as a curriculum writer for the USS Midway. Aubrey was also the ASD1 Teacher of... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
509
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

iReady - Teacher Toolbox Classroom Resources
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
511
Limited Capacity seats available
Teachers learn to navigate Teacher Toolbox and how to find resources to support teacher-led instruction, independent practice, and assessment. Teachers use i-Ready data to plan for differentiated support using Toolbox resources within an upcoming unit or lesson.
•Navigate Teacher Toolbox and use resources to plan for differentiated support
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MC

Melissa Campbell

Professional Learning Specialist, iReady/Curriculum Associates
Melissa brings 19 years of public education teaching and coaching experience to her work as a Professional Learning Specialist with Curriculum Associates. Her passion for data-informed instruction and data analysis drives the professional learning she designs and facilitates, with... Read More →
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Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
511
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Smarter Planning, Stronger Teaching
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
505
Limited Capacity seats available
This fast-paced, hands-on session introduces K–12 educators to using NotebookLM as a lesson planning assistant. Teachers will learn how to quickly turn their existing materials into engaging, organized, and differentiated lesson plans using the amazing resources that NotebookLM will create.
Speakers
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Kathy Beck

Seventh Grade Social Studies Teacher, Powdersville Middle School
I have been teaching middle school students for 21 years. Six of these 21 years have been in Anderson One School District at Powdersville Middle School. I enjoy hiking, reading, and playing Mahjong with my friends when I am not teaching. I love developing ways for students to stay... Read More →
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Amanda Moore

Seventh Grade Social Studies Teacher, Powdersville Middle School
I have been teaching for 23 years - all of them in Anderson One School District. I taught 4th grade at Powdersville Elementary for fifteen years and have been at Powdersville Middle the past 8 years. I enjoy reading, crafting, and spending time with my three teenagers when I am not... Read More →
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
505
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

Soundtrap Podcasts
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
207
Limited Capacity seats available
Join this session to learn about creating student podcasts with Soundtrap
Moderators
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Lexie Hendricks

English Teacher, Powdersville High School
Lexie Hendricks is in her 10th year in education and is passionate about seeing students thrive in the classroom. She focuses on implementing a variety of ways to assess student learning in order to meet students' individual needs.
Speakers
JP

Justin Polk

Sales Representative, Soundtrap
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
207
  Secondary (MS/HS)

1:45pm EDT

The Battle for Authentic Learning: Detecting & Using AI Ethically
LIMITED
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
517
Limited Capacity seats available
Join us to learn why ethical AI matters! We will share strategies for how students can use AI in the classroom to enhance, not supplement, their learning. We will also share strategies for teachers to ensure that students are completing authentic work.
Speakers
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Amanda Foster

English Teacher, Powdersville High School
Journalist turned English teacher, I love teaching writing in all forms. I am committed to students becoming strong readers, speakers, listeners, and writers before they graduate high school.
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Reilly Shillinglaw

English Teacher, Powdersville High School

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Hannah Watson

English Teacher, Powdersville High School
Hannah Watson is an English teacher at Powdersville High School. Hannah is passionate about empowering students to become lifelong learners and critical thinkers.
Friday July 31, 2026 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
517
  Secondary (MS/HS)
 
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