The goal of this PD is to help teachers use the ACAP resources for math to plan out their lessons so that they understand the expectation of learning for students (evidence statements) and know how standards will be assessed (sampled stems) so that their daily instruction will be aligned with statewide assessment. Participants need access to their teacher textbook guide or student textbook and pacing guide.
The ACT Instructional Mastery Writing training provides candidates with the information necessary to facilitate effective ACT Writing test preparation, identify and recommend test-taking strategies, and understand test structure and content. This is an interactive training providing practical ideas and opportunities to share ideas and teaching techniques with colleagues. This session has been updated to include the new enhancement information and revised activities reflecting the enhancement changes.
Unlock the power of DnA! Get comfortable with navigating the platform, exploring various assessment types, accessing student information, and generating insightful reports to enhance your teaching effectiveness.
Unlock the full potential of Star to enhance your MTSS strategies and interventions. Join us to discover effective goal-setting techniques and progress monitoring tools that will elevate your teaching and support student success.
Prior to joining the Renaissance team, I served as a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach and classroom teacher in grades 1-5 in Jefferson County Schools in Birmingham, Alabama. As the principal of Concord Elementary, I lead the faculty, students and parents in... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT Room 201
This session will highlight the strategies and benefits of assessing using one-pagers. These artistic and creative assessments meet many standards at once, while allowing students to feel a sense of expression & voice. This session will go over all the steps to achieving one-pager success: assignment sheet, materials, rubrics, and variations of the project.
Leaders will develop a plan for implementing i-Ready, learn how to support teams with data usage, and prepare for iReady Math diagnostic administration success.
Unlock the potential of DnA! Learn how to create dynamic assessments using existing templates, and discover the basics of flexible assessment creation to enhance your classroom strategies.
The small group presentation, "Driven by Data: The Spanish Fort High School ACT Improvement Plan," will explore a strategic, data-driven approach to enhancing student performance on the ACT. The presentation will outline the current ACT performance trends at Spanish Fort High School, identify key areas for improvement based on data analysis, and introduce targeted instructional strategies designed to address student needs. It will highlight research-based methods, including differentiated instruction, test-taking strategies, and academic interventions, to support student growth. Additionally, the presentation will incorporate a small group activity where participants analyze sample data sets to propose actionable steps for improvement. By the end of the session, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how data can be leveraged to drive meaningful academic progress.
I am currently an assistant principal at Spanish Fort High School. I have over ten years of experience in education. My background is in data management and analysis. I am currently working on my doctorate in educational leadership.
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT Room 16
Transform your teaching with Star data! Learn how to effectively use data insights to plan impactful whole-group and small-group instruction, ensuring every student thrives.
Prior to joining the Renaissance team, I served as a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach and classroom teacher in grades 1-5 in Jefferson County Schools in Birmingham, Alabama. As the principal of Concord Elementary, I lead the faculty, students and parents in... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT Room 201
In today’s classroom, clarity is key- and data analysis is the compass that guides instructional decision making with purpose and precision. This interactive session is designed for educators and administrators across all grade levels who want to move beyond data collection to using it meaningfully. Through a hands on learning experience, participants will analyze simulated student data, identify learning trends, and collaboratively design responsive instructional strategies. Participants will leave with practical tools and frameworks to confidently interpret data and translate it into effective, targeted instruction. Come ready to dig into data, reflect, and walk away with clear, actionable steps to support student growth.
This session is designed for K-12 educators seeking to optimize their use of both popular and underutilized technical applications to enhance overall teacher effectiveness. We'll cover topics such as effective utilization of Artificial Intelligence by educators in the classroom and time management, along with effective methods for providing instructional differentiation to meet the needs of all students. Additionally, participants will receive access to a website featuring updated content originally created for Troy University students.
Imagine cutting hours off your planning time while delivering more engaging, personalized lessons—sounds like magic, right? Magic School AI is the ultimate AI-powered tool designed for all teachers, in all subjects, at all grade levels! From generating lesson plans and assessments to providing instant differentiation and feedback, this platform does the heavy lifting so you can focus on what truly matters—your students.
Join this session to see how AI can streamline your workload, spark creativity, and supercharge student learning. Whether you're a tech newbie or an AI enthusiast, you'll walk away with practical strategies to make AI your most powerful teaching assistant!
Let’s work smarter, not harder—because teaching should be magical!
Unlock the power of DnA's item bank! Learn how to create tailored assessments by pulling items from the item bank and using filters like standards and depth of knowledge to ensure your assessments meet your students' needs.
Elevate your teaching with Star! Become an expert in analyzing student achievement and growth using Star data, and unlock strategies to support every learner's journey.
Prior to joining the Renaissance team, I served as a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach and classroom teacher in grades 1-5 in Jefferson County Schools in Birmingham, Alabama. As the principal of Concord Elementary, I lead the faculty, students and parents in... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT Room 201
This session will showcase the use of hyperdocs as a pre-reading and pre-viewing strategy. Teachers will walk away with valuable, relevant information on how to curate resources and small tasks so that students can build their own background knowledge before reading or viewing a text.
This lesson for Secondary educators will explore the opportunities Canva holds for assessing higher-order thinking tasks at the culmination of a learning unit. Canva features allow students to demonstrate learning through creative projects, infographics, animated presentations and more. By understanding and implementing the educational tools available through Canva, teachers can assess synthesis of taught standards and facilitate peer evaluation in ways that engage students and close knowledge gaps masked in traditional projects. This presentation will have an overview of available features, suggestions for planning assessments, and provide a framework for the appropriate time to incorporate this technology.
Leaders will develop a plan for implementing i-Ready, learn how to support teams with data usage, and prepare for iReady Math diagnostic administration success.
The goal of this PD is to help teachers use the ACAP resources for math to plan out their lessons so that they understand the expectation of learning for students (evidence statements) and know how standards will be assessed (sampled stems) so that their daily instruction will be aligned with statewide assessment. Participants need access to their teacher textbook guide or student textbook and pacing guide.
This session is designed for K-12 educators seeking to optimize their use of both popular and underutilized technical applications to enhance overall teacher effectiveness. We'll cover topics such as effective utilization of Artificial Intelligence by educators in the classroom and time management, along with effective methods for providing instructional differentiation to meet the needs of all students. Additionally, participants will receive access to a website featuring updated content originally created for Troy University students.
Harness the full potential of DnA! Learn how to seamlessly administer and score Item Bank and Flexible Assessments online. Dive into the basics of data analysis to gain valuable insights from your assessments and elevate your teaching strategies.
Dive into the essentials of Freckle! Discover how to effectively implement and utilize Freckle in your classroom, empowering your students with personalized learning in Math and ELA. Learn to leverage the Freckle backpack feature, create targeted assessments, and analyze data reports to enhance your teaching strategies.
Prior to joining the Renaissance team, I served as a principal, assistant principal, instructional coach and classroom teacher in grades 1-5 in Jefferson County Schools in Birmingham, Alabama. As the principal of Concord Elementary, I lead the faculty, students and parents in... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT Room 201
This interactive Learning Lab is your one-stop shop to achieve your Kami Level 1 AND 2 certifications. Our expert navigator will guide you through hands-on exercises and collaborative explorations, ensuring you deeply understand Kami's core features and unlock more advanced functionalities. From annotation essentials to collaborative document design and interactive assignments, you'll leave this session with the skills and certifications to confidently integrate Kami into your teaching and engage your students. Prepare to elevate your Kami prowess and cast off towards enhanced learning experiences!
Mantha Camacho is a Teaching and Learning Coordinator with Kami. Before joining Kami, she taught for 18 years in public education, with most of those years in a DAEP setting. She is a Google Level 2 Certified educator, was voted Teacher of the Year in 2008, and served in several leadership... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT Room 243
