Gulf Regional Innovative Teaching Conference

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10:00am CDT

Mind vs. Machine

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

In the ultimate battle for AI supremacy, humans will put various AI tools through a series of challenges
and see which one creates the best output. Chatbots, image generators, and more compete in this interactive
Promptetition to see which tools are truly the best and which we should toss aside.

Presenters

Carl Hooker

Keynote Speaker, Hooker Technology

Carl Hooker is an educator, consultant and speaker from Austin, TX. He spent the past 27 years as a teacher and administrator supporting the he has held a wide range of roles. From teacher to administrator, he’s always had one common belief – that kids need to drive their own... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Library

Artificial Intelligence

Level All Teachers, Administrators, Librarians

10:00am CDT

Measuring Growth & Achievement with Star CAT Assessments

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 267

Interpret growth and achievement data simultaneously to make instructional decisions.
• Lesson A: Achievement vs. Growth in Star Use Student Growth Percentile (SGP) to get a more complete idea of student growth.
• Lesson B: Star Growth Report Analyze Star growth and achievement data in the Star Growth Report.
• Lesson C: Star Growth Proficiency Chart Analyze Star growth and achievement data using the Star Growth Proficiency Chart

Presenters

Dr. Kathi Reeves

Professional Learning Consultant, Renaissance Learning

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 267

Assessment Data Technology

Level Administrators, All Teachers

10:00am CDT

Sugar and Spice...Not Always Nice: Understanding and Addressing Relational Aggression in Girls

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 254

This session provides school counselors, educators, and support staff with a practical understanding of relational aggression among girls, using key insights from the book, Queen Bees and Wannabes. Participants will explore the secret society of girls, how social dynamics, peer influence, and communication patterns impact behavior, and how adults can respond in ways that build connection, accountability, and healthy relationships.

Presenters

Sherry Rainbolt

Prevention and Support Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 254

Behavior

Level Administrators, All Teachers, Pre-K Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education

10:00am CDT

How to Start a Podcast for Your School or Program.

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 96

This PD session will provide a beginner-friendly overview of how to start a podcast. Participants will learn the basic equipment needed, simple recording and editing tools, tips for planning content, and ways to publish and share episodes. The session is designed to help educators feel confident taking the first steps in creating a podcast for their classroom, program, or personal interests.

Presenters

Morrell Baxter

CTE Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 96

CTE Digital Citizenship STEM/STEAM Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors

10:00am CDT

General PowerSchool Q&A

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 32

Get answers to your PowerSchool questions and learn how to make the most of its features.

Presenters

Joseph Marshall

Enterprise Systems Professional, Other

Enterprise Department

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 32

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

10:00am CDT

PowerSchool SIS Basics / Tips and Tricks

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT

Room 28

Learn the essentials and expert tips to navigate PowerSchool SIS efficiently.

Presenters

Joseph Marshall

Enterprise Systems Professional, Other

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 10:50am CDT
Room 28

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

10:00am CDT

Every Student Engaged, Every Lesson--A Taste of Kagan Cooperative Learning

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 271

This session is a dynamic, hands-on session designed to give teachers, district leaders, and school leaders a firsthand look at the power of Kagan Cooperative Learning. Led by a certified Kagan trainer, participants will experience first-hand the power of structuring learning intentionally. Come learn how to transform student engagement by replacing Call On One with structures that engage EVERY learner.

Presenters

Aaron Diaz

Director of Implementation Support, Kagan Publishing and Professional Development

Dr. Aaron Diaz has served as a bus driver, coach, teacher, assistant principal, and principal. He is passionate about improving pedagogy, teacher support, community engagement, relationshipbuilding, and strategic planning—especially through the use of Kagan Cooperative Learning... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 271

Arts Community Building ELA ELL Math Reading Science Social Studies

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers, Special Education

10:00am CDT

Creating Safe & Supportive Environments through Effective Classroom Management

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 269

Classroom Management Strategies

Presenters

Kristie Shankles

MTSS-Specialist, ALSDE

Jonathan Thompson

HPE and AL-MTSS Specialist, ALSDE

Monday July 13, 2026 10:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 269

Health/ Wellness Leadership

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers

11:00am CDT

From the Wide Lens to the Deep Dive: Pinpointing At-Risk Trends and the Students behind Them

Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 202

Learn how to take the pulse of your school and drill down to your most at-risk students in 5 minutes or less. Save future time and effort by quickly finding those "under the radar" kids before they are consuming all your resources. Whether you're developing a school wide initiative or prepping for a parent meeting, PowerSchool's dynamic Analytics and Insights platform has everything you need to get started. Discover how to quickly and efficiently pull meaningful data into an easy to digest format. Participants will also learn about the newest at-risk module coming in the Fall of 2026.

Presenters

Kate Wellborn

Attendance Department, Prevention and Support

Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 202

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, Counselors

11:00am CDT

General PowerSchool Q&A

Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 32

Get answers to your PowerSchool questions and learn how to make the most of its features.

Presenters

Joseph Marshall

Enterprise Systems Professional, Other

Enterprise Department

Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 32

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

11:00am CDT

PowerSchool SIS Incidents

Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT

Room 28

Manage and track student incidents with ease using Simple.

Presenters

Lance Lewis

Supervisor Registrar and SIS Operations, Other

Monday July 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Room 28

Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers, Pre-K Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, 504 Coordinators, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

12:00pm CDT

In District Fundraising for Clubs/Teams

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 255

Baldwin County Public School’s After School Care program introduces the In-District Contract. These contracts allow high school and middle school organizations to earn funds by making presentations and teaching lessons to elementary school students during the After School program. These contracts are available for summer, fall, and spring semesters, offering opportunities for all groups to earn money for their organizations and recruit future members.

Presenters

Jacque Helms

ASC Coordinator, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 255

12:00pm CDT

Smart, Strategic, Intentional: Using CERT to Drive ACT Success

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 17

Discover how to use CERT strategically, not just as an assessment tool, but as a powerful resource for driving intentional instruction, targeted remediation, and meaningful ACT growth. In this session, high school teachers and leaders will explore practical ways to leverage key CERT features, reports, and student supports to strengthen classroom instruction, inform PLC conversations, and promote student ownership of learning. Walk away with actionable ideas and practical strategies.

Presenters

Lauren Lavender

ACT AIM Presenter, ACT AIM

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 17

Assessment Data Differentiation PLCs Technology

Level Administrators, High Teachers, Special Education

12:00pm CDT

“L.E.N.S.: Looking at Behavior Through the 504 Lens”

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 93

Participants will explore how behavior can be understood through the **L.E.N.S. framework—Learn, Evaluate, Navigate, and Support—**to better recognize when student behavior may be connected to a disability under Section 504. This training will help educators identify potential 504 indicators, evaluate behavior within the context of student needs, navigate appropriate procedures while maintaining compliance with Section 504. Participants will leave with practical tools to shift from simply reacting to behavior to responding with informed, supportive interventions.

Presenters

Dionne Dunton

Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 93

Behavior Data Differentiation Health/ Wellness

Level Administrators, All Teachers, 504 Coordinators, Counselors

12:00pm CDT

CTE Updates and Review

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 96

Reviewing all things CTE especially Curriculum Rules for CCR.

Presenters

Morrell Baxter

CTE Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 96

CTE

Level Administrators, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors

12:00pm CDT

From Report Card to Results: Using Alabama State Data to Drive Instruction

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 207

This session is designed for curriculum leaders, principals, instructional coaches, and teachers who want to move beyond reviewing data to using it to improve instruction and student outcomes.

Participants will explore key components of the Alabama State Report Card and engage in a practical process for identifying student skill gaps and aligning instruction to address them. Through interactive activities, attendees will analyze data, determine root causes, and connect findings to specific instructional strategies.

This session is especially relevant for BCBE educators, as examples are aligned to Alabama assessments (ACT, WorkKeys) and local priorities, but the strategies shared are applicable across districts.

Participants will leave with ready-to-use tools for PLCs, data meetings, and instructional planning to ensure data leads to action—and results.

Presenters

Shastady L Bridges

Curriculum Leader, Foley High School

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 207

Data

Level Administrators, High Teachers

12:00pm CDT

Supporting Literacy with myON Assignments

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 267

Learn about the myON literacy connection and get equipped to develop student literacy skills with myON Assignments.
Session Goal: Gain valuable skills to maximize myON Assignments, enhance reading practice, and support student literacy.
• Lesson A: Introduction to Literacy and the myON Connection: Understand the connection between literacy and myON tools.
• Lesson B: Support Literacy Skills with From myON Assignments: Locate and explore From myON Assignments and purpose-built Activities.
• Lesson C: Tailor myON Assignments to Support Literacy: Craft a personalized myON Assignment to support your students' literacy needs.

Presenters

Dr. Kathi Reeves

Professional Learning Consultant, Renaissance Learning

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 267

ELA Reading

Level Administrators, All Teachers

12:00pm CDT

English Learners & Resources in Baldwin County

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT

Room 19

Introduction to ESL resources; including but not limited to the ESL Tile, Program Guide, Enrollment, on-going PD, ELLevation platform, analysis of data, & documentation of progress.

Presenters

Stephanie Montiel

ESL Supervisor, BCBE

I acquired my love for teaching while working in Paraguay as a Peace Corps volunteer. I hold a master's degree in English as a second language (ESL) and an education specialist degree in teacher leadership, both from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I completed a schoo... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
Room 19

ELL

Level Administrators, All Teachers

1:00pm CDT

Better Together - Using Star Assessments and Freckle

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 267

Identify where your students are, where they need to go, and how personalized practice can help get them there.
Session Goal: Pair Star Computer Adaptive Tests as a screener with Freckle as a targeted practice tool to enhance academic performance and track skill progress.
• Lesson A: Assessment-led Skills Practice: Explore assessment-led skills practice with Freckle and Star Computer Adaptive Tests.
• Lesson B: Star Screening Data: Use Recommended Skills and instructional groups in the Record Book.
• Lesson C: Freckle Targeted Practice: Assign targeted and Focus Skills practice to students based on Star CAT data.
• Lesson D: Monitoring Student Progress: Leverage the power of Renaissance Next and reports to effectively progress monitor your student's skills practice

Presenters

Dr. Kathi Reeves

Professional Learning Consultant, Renaissance Learning

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 267

Assessment Data ELA Math Technology

Level Administrators, All Teachers

1:00pm CDT

Section 504 101: From Questions to Confidence

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 93

This training will cover the purpose of Section 504, eligibility criteria, and the process for identifying, evaluating, and supporting students with disabilities.By the end of the training, coordinators and administrators will feel more confident navigating the 504 process and supporting staff, students, and families. 📚

Presenters

Dionne Dunton

Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 93

Behavior Data Differentiation

Level Administrators, All Teachers, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Special Education

1:00pm CDT

Show Me The Money, We Up Next

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 269

This session will engage the participants to understand and learn their asking style. Where every level need the understanding of the importance of fundraising and introduce the exploring post and exploring club workforce development program of 6th-12th grade.

Presenters

William Bryant

Scout Executive/CEO, Mobile Area Council, Scouting America

William Bryant, Jr. is the Scout Executive/CEO Mobile Area Council, Scouting America. He is the immediate past Revenue and Membership Growth Coach for the National Office of the Boy Scouts of America. William is a Subject Matter Expert in Fund Development. In his over 15 years of experience, Willia... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 269

Community Building Community Engagement Leadership Professionalism

Level Administrators, All Teachers, Pre-K Teachers, Elementary Teachers, Middle Teachers, High Teachers, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors

1:00pm CDT

Consistency Wins: Building a Districtwide Communication System That Works

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 201

Strong schools don’t just communicate more — they communicate consistently.

In this session, district and school leaders will explore how to create a unified communication approach that reaches every family, reduces staff confusion, and builds trust across the community. We’ll walk through practical ways to align principals, central office teams, and school staff around one system, clear expectations, and simple workflows that actually get used.

This is not about adding another tool. It’s about using one system well — so families know where to look, staff know what to do, and communication works when it matters most.

Presenters

Bryan Phillips

Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare

Regional Sales Director, ParentSquare | Former Chief Information Officer, Hoover City SchoolsWith over 20 years in K-12 education and technology leadership, Bryan brings a practical, student-centered approach to every conversation. He led one of Alabama’s most innovative tech departments... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 201

Community Building Community Engagement Professionalism Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office

1:00pm CDT

General PowerSchool Q&A

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 32

Get answers to your PowerSchool questions and learn how to make the most of its features.

Presenters

Joseph Marshall

Enterprise Systems Professional, Other

Enterprise Department

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 32

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

1:00pm CDT

PowerSchool SIS Reporting and SubReports

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 28

Dive into reporting features to gather valuable insights from PowerSchool SIS data.

Presenters

William Waldrop

Enterprise Systems Professional, Other

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 28

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

1:00pm CDT

Teach Smarter, Not Harder: Curriculum‑Aligned Content with Discovery Education

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Room 255

Discover how Discovery Education simplifies planning with ready‑to‑use, standards‑aligned videos, activities, and lesson supports across all subjects K-12. Walk away with resources you can teach with tomorrow.

Presenters

Tomi Rush

Sr. Partner Success Manager, Discovery Education

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Room 255

ELA ELL Math Science Social Studies Technology

Level Administrators, All Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education

1:00pm CDT

Nailed IT! Ed Tech Edition

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT

Library

In this highly interactive session, attendees will work to complete a series of challenges in a short time
limit to see if they “Nailed it”. This session builds on the framework that taking risks can be a good thing when it
comes to creating and sharing ideas. Attendees will walk away with strategies to use in their schools when it comes
to engaging learners and getting them to take risks.

Presenters

Carl Hooker

Keynote Speaker, Hooker Technology

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Library

Technology

Level All Teachers, Administrators, Librarians

1:00pm CDT

Every Student Engaged, Every Lesson--A Taste of Kagan Cooperative Learning

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 271

Presenters

Aaron Diaz

Director of Implementation Support, Kagan Publishing and Professional Development

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 271

Arts Community Building ELA ELL Math Reading Science Social Studies

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers, Special Education

1:00pm CDT

Executive Functioning-Why we act like we do!!!

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 202

This session will provide an in-depth training on Executive Functioning to better understand why students act like they do and how we can support positive changes.

Presenters

Leigh Anne McPherson

Spec Ed Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 1:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 202

Continuing Education

Level Administrators, All Teachers, Counselors, Special Education

2:00pm CDT

Mind vs. Machine

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Library

Presenters

Carl Hooker

Keynote Speaker, Hooker Technology

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Library

Artificial Intelligence

Level All Teachers, Administrators, Librarians

2:00pm CDT

What’s Next with eMINTS: Updates & Opportunities

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 214

Are you a veteran of eMINTS? Or, considering joining the next training cohort? This workshop is meant for both teachers that have already been through eMINTS training and also for those that have been considering joining. We will “sample” the latest materials, resources, and then experience three of our newest hands-on topics that are featured in or inspired by our most recent grant research.

Presenters

Haylee Anderson

Instructional Specialist, eMINTS National Center

Haylee Anderson is currently an instructional specialist with eMINTS National Center. She has previously been a high school English and Spanish and a middle school ELA educator in Missouri. Her family is the most important thing in the world to her. She lives in Southwest Missouri... Read More →

Doug Caldwell

Instructional Specialist, eMINTS

Inspiring education with digital learning!

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 214

Behavior Community Building ELA eMINTS Social Studies Technology

Level Administrators, All Teachers

2:00pm CDT

RTI Scheduler: Tips, Tricks, and Tea

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 95

Ready to slay your RTI schedule? Join Audrey, Anna, and me as we dive into the pros and cons of the RTI Scheduler! We’ll show you the tips, tricks, and little hacks that make scheduling less stressful and more strategic—so you can spend less time juggling and more time teaching. This session is perfect for BCBE teachers, but anyone who wants to work smarter (not harder!) with RTI will leave with practical, ready-to-use ideas. Come for the laughs, stay for the strategies, and leave ready to own your RTI game!

Presenters

Audrey Anna Rabalais

Curriculum Leader, Foley Middle

Anna Hunt

Curriculum Leader, Bay Minette Middle

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 95

Community Engagement Data Differentiation PLCs Technology

Level Administrators, All Teachers

2:00pm CDT

Canva Code and Magic Activities

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 251

Discover how Canva’s AI tools, Magic Activities and Canva Code (no coding knowledge required), can transform your classroom. In this session, you’ll explore how these innovative features make it easier than ever to create engaging instructional materials, streamline classroom management, and design interactive games and activities aligned with academic standards. Learn how to harness AI to promote higher-order thinking skills, encourage creativity, and save valuable planning time while making learning more dynamic and meaningful for your students. Please bring your laptop for some hands-on learning!

Presenters

Sasha Goman

Canva Learning Consultant, Canva Education

Sasha is a Canva Learning Consultant, and she is a former secondary education teacher. She has a master's degree in Teacher Leadership from Northwestern University, where she studied professional development and coaching. She is excited to help teachers create more engaging and dynamic... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 251

Community Engagement Leadership Coding

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers, Librarians

2:00pm CDT

Pathways to Possibility: Career Exploration with Discovery Education

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 255

Get ready to spark curiosity and inspire tomorrow’s
workforce! In this interactive session, we’ll explore curated
career resources and student-driven career exploration
tools that make real-world learning come alive. See how
Discovery Education helps empower teachers, propel
student growth, and connect your classroom to exciting
career pathways. Walk away with ideas and resources to
help students dream big and take their first steps toward
the future they imagine.

Presenters

Tomi Rush

Sr. Partner Success Manager, Discovery Education

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 255

Continuing Education CTE

Level Administrators, All Teachers, Career Tech Teachers, Counselors

2:00pm CDT

Click to Compliance: Creating 504 Plans in Frontline

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 93

Participants will learn how to use Frontline Education to efficiently create and manage student Section 504 plans. This training will guide participants through the step-by-step process of entering student information, documenting eligibility, selecting appropriate accommodations, and completing required forms within the system. Session participants will feel confident navigating Frontline to build clear, compliant, and effective 504 plans.

Presenters

Dionne Dunton

Supervisor, Central Office Staff

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 93

Data Differentiation

Level Administrators, 504 Coordinators, Counselors

2:00pm CDT

Maximizing Intervention Periods with Student Data to Improve Academic Achievement

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 17

This presentation will focus on utilizing prior student data points from the Pre-ACT, ACT, and other assessment platforms to build a school wide ACT study plan during student "intervention/skinny" periods. The attendees will learn to how to collect and analyze data and how to group student data sets to optimize student learning and engagement during ACT prep. Attendees can expect to have an action plan that includes: data collection/analysis, committee formation, creating planning time, teacher selection, and student and teacher incentives for ACT preparation, growth, and achievement.

Presenters

Monica Shaner

Curriculum Leader, Spanish Fort High

Hello, I am Monica Shaner, the Curriculum Leader at Spanish Fort High School. With sixteen years experience in education, my focus is on academic growth and achievement through problem-based learning, differentiated instruction, and data driven resources. I strive to support teachers... Read More →

Zachary Wenzel

Assistant Principal, Spanish Fort High

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 at the University of South Alabama. The focus of... Read More →

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 17

Data Leadership PLCs

Level Administrators, Central Office, Counselors

2:00pm CDT

Tiered Instruction: Igniting Curiosity

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 269

Explore Tier I Instruction Strategies for engagement.

Presenters

Kristie Shankles

MTSS-Specialist, ALSDE

Jonathan Thompson

HPE and AL-MTSS Specialist, ALSDE

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 269

Data Leadership PLCs

Level Administrators, Central Office, All Teachers

2:00pm CDT

SIS - Searchbar Tips and Tricks

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 28

Dive into Seachbar and Multiselect features to gather valuable insights from PowerSchool SIS data.

Presenters

Tabitha Syde

Utility Registrar, Other

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Room 28

Data Technology

Level Administrators, Central Office, 504 Coordinators, Counselors, Librarians, Special Education, Registrars

2:00pm CDT

Interpreting Student Data in Freckle

Monday July 13, 2026 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT

Room 267

Master the essential Freckle reports and data views that can help you analyze student performance and take strategic actions to accelerate student growth.
Session Goal: Inform instructional decisions using student data in Freckle.
• Lesson A: Key Student Data in Freckle Navigate essential reports and data views in Freckle.
• Lesson B: Leverage Freckle Data Take strategic action based on student data in Freckle.
• Lesson C: Additional Freckle Data Access supplemental and specialized data displays in Freckle

Presenters