Workshops

Workshops

• Rigor Doesn’t Mean More Work
  Explore how to design challenging, standards-aligned learning experiences that deepen thinking without overwhelming students with extra tasks. Learn practical ways to raise expectations while keeping instruction purposeful and manageable.
  
  

• Creative Vocabulary Practice and Meaningful Instructional Strategies
  Discover engaging techniques to help students internalize new vocabulary through movement, visuals, games, and meaningful connections. Learn strategies that support long-term retention and strengthen academic language across content areas.
  
  

• Activating Strategies for Tier I Instruction
  Learn high-impact opening strategies that spark curiosity, assess prior knowledge, and prepare students for success. Participants will walk away with quick, effective tools to launch lessons and strengthen Tier I instructional delivery.
  
  

• Using Data to Plan Small Group Instruction
  Understand how to interpret student data and use it to form intentional, flexible groups. This session provides simple frameworks for creating targeted small-group lessons that address individual needs and accelerate growth.
  
  

• Student Engagement
  Explore research-based strategies that keep students actively involved, motivated, and invested in learning. Participants will learn practical ways to boost participation, increase accountability, and create a dynamic classroom environment.
  
  

• Activating a Growth Mindset to Empower Students
  Learn how to foster student resilience, confidence, and persistence through growth mindset practices. This session focuses on language, routines, and feedback that help students embrace challenges and take ownership of their learning.
  
  

• Maximizing Instructional Effectiveness
  Dive into strategies that help teachers streamline planning, deliver clear instruction, and create purposeful learning experiences. Participants will gain tools to strengthen alignment, increase clarity, and ensure every minute of instruction counts.

• Leading the Unboxed: How Creative People Think, Work, and Strive in the Workplace
  Explore the unique mindsets, motivations, and work habits of creative individuals—and what leaders can do to support them. This session uncovers how “unboxed” thinkers generate ideas, navigate challenges, and thrive in collaborative environments. Participants will learn leadership strategies that encourage innovation, honor creative strengths, and build a workplace culture where originality and productivity flourish.