Back-to-School ConnectED Conference 2026: Full Schedule

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 confidence and bridge the gap between intensive support and classroom success for upper grade students.

Speakers

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 →

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 →